Florida Estate Planning Blog
Small Estate Affidavit in Florida: Why the Bank Said No, and What to Do Next
By Carol L. Grant, Attorney, Nurse | Last updated: November 2026 Florida has no general small estate affidavit like California or Texas, so a bank can turn down a generic or out-of-state form. Florida gives families four real options: a bank affidavit for accounts up...
Selling a House During Probate in Florida: Who Can Sell, When, and How
Yes, a house can usually be sold during probate in Florida. Who has the power to sell depends on three things: whether the will gives the personal representative a power of sale, whether the court must approve the sale under Florida Statute 733.613, and whether the...
How to Identify and Notify Heirs in a Florida Intestate Estate
Last updated: September 2026 | By Carol L. Grant, P.A., Pembroke Pines, Florida When someone dies without a will in Florida, state law decides who the heirs are. The family lists every relative in a sworn Affidavit of Heirs, which Broward County requires in all...
How Much Does an Estate Have to Be Worth to Go to Probate in Florida?
Last updated: September 2026 | By Carol L. Grant, P.A., Pembroke Pines, Florida DIRECT ANSWER Florida has no minimum estate value for probate. Any asset titled only in the deceased person's name usually needs a court process to transfer. What changes with value is the...
How to File Probate in Florida: Forms, Documents, and Filing Steps
Last updated: November 2026 To file probate in Florida, deposit the original will with the clerk, then file a petition for administration in the circuit court of the county where the person lived. The court appoints a personal representative, who gives notices and...
Florida Probate Requirements: When Is Probate Required and What Assets Are Exempt?
Probate is required in Florida whenever a deceased person's assets are titled solely in their name, with no beneficiary designation, joint owner, or funded trust already in place to transfer them. A will does not change this, it only directs how those assets get...
Common Probate Mistakes in Florida – How to Avoid Them
*Reflects the 2026 Florida Statutes. Probate law and deadlines can change - confirm current requirements with an attorney before relying on this guide.* The most common probate mistakes in Florida happen when a personal representative moves too fast or too slow:...
Can a Power of Attorney Withdraw Money from Bank Account?
The first step in understanding whether a power of attorney can transfer money to themselves is to understand the different types of power of attorney.
Florida Summary Administration: Who Qualifies and What to Expect
Published by Carol L. Grant, P.A. | Updated June 2026 | This article reflects Florida law as of the date of publication. Probate statutes are subject to change. Consult a licensed Florida probate attorney for guidance specific to your situation. Summary administration...
What Does a Probate Attorney In Pembroke Pines FL Do?
A probate attorney in Pembroke Pines Florida guides families, personal representatives, and beneficiaries through the legal process of settling a deceased person's estate. They handle the court filings, manage creditor claims, identify and value assets, and make sure...