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What Happens to Real Estate During Probate in Florida?

What Happens to Real Estate During Probate in Florida?

by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Jul 14, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate

Grief is heavy. Sorting out a house or land can feel even harder. This guide explains what happens to real property during the Florida probate process, from filing in probate court to asset distribution to heirs or a sale when needed. Families in Pembroke Pines, Fort...
Do I Need More Than a Will for My Florida Estate Plan?

Do I Need More Than a Will for My Florida Estate Plan?

by Carol Grant | Jun 17, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate

Many people think a will is enough for their estate plan. A will can name heirs, but it does not help avoid probate or protect privacy. This blog explains how adding a trust to your plan can solve these issues and more. Keep reading to learn if you might need both a...

Transferring Property From Parent To Child in Florida

by Carol Grant | May 16, 2025 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Will

Parents often worry about how to pass down their property without causing legal or tax troubles. In Florida, there are several ways to transfer real estate to children that avoid probate and protect assets. This guide explains these methods in simple terms, helping...

Pass the Family Home to Your Children in Florida

by Carol Grant | May 1, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate

Many Florida families worry about how to pass the family home to their children. The family home is often the biggest asset they own and a key part of their legacy. This article explains simple ways to transfer ownership while avoiding legal headaches like probate....

What a Personal Representative Needs to Know

by Carol Grant | Feb 27, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate

The Personal Representative or executor of an estate is named in the will, chosen by the decedent, and, ideally, has been asked to serve. According to the article “Grief, Then Paperwork: The Messy, Thankless Job of an Estate Executor” from The Wall Street Journal,...

Black and Hispanic Individuals Less Likely to Have an Estate Plan or Receive Inheritance

by Carol Grant | Sep 27, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate

Estate planning is crucial for everyone, especially people of color. Many Black and Hispanic families are less likely to have an estate plan, leading to challenges when a loved one passes away. Black inheritance and Hispanic inheritance often face drawn-out probate...
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