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When a loved one can no longer manage certain aspects of their life, a guardianship may be necessary. But what happens when family members disagree? Can a guardianship be contested by other family members? In Florida, some family members and other interested persons may be able to challenge aspects of a guardianship or object to…
Losing someone you love brings a flood of emotions. Unfortunately, that can include a long list of responsibilities. As you’re making arrangements and helping your family through a difficult time, you may also find yourself asking questions you never expected to face, including whether probate is necessary and which Florida laws apply to your loved…
When a loved one passes away, handling their estate can be one of the most challenging parts of the grieving process. If you’re facing probate in Florida, a recent change to state law could make the process simpler for some families. As of today, more estates may now qualify for summary administration instead of formal…
Creating a will is one of the most important steps you can take when planning for the future. A last will and testament allows you to express your wishes, name the person you trust to manage your estate, and provide instructions for how your property should be handled after your death. However, many people do…
Whether you’re relocating for retirement, a new job, or to be closer to family, there are plenty of people heading to start their new lives in the Sunshine State. If you have already been building your estate plan in another location, you may wonder if wills from other states are valid in Florida. In many…
A reverse mortgage can provide homeowners with financial flexibility during retirement. However, it can also create questions for family members after the homeowner passes away. Many heirs and beneficiaries might be asking: What happens to a reverse mortgage when someone dies? Does the Reverse Mortgage Have to Be Paid Back After Death? When the last…
Probate can take time, create more expenses, and make certain aspects of an estate part of the public record. For that reason, many people look for ways to transfer real estate to their loved ones without requiring a formal probate administration. One tool that is used for this purpose is a Lady Bird deed. But…
Many times, families discover that a loved one had forgotten bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance proceeds, utility deposits, or other abandoned assets after death. In Florida, these assets are classified as unclaimed property. When the owner of the property has passed away, recovering those assets requires going through the probate administration. Here is what you…
Transferring a Florida homestead property during probate administration is different from transferring other estate assets. Under Florida homestead law, there are several special protections that affect inheritance rights, creditor claims, and how title to the property passes after death. In many cases, homestead property does not pass through probate the same way as other assets….
When families begin reviewing financial records after the death of a loved one, there may be questions about how outstanding IRS debt is handled. Does IRS debt die with the deceased? IRS debt does not automatically disappear when someone passes away. However, it also does not automatically become the personal responsibility of surviving family members,…
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