by kurt | Aug 10, 2026 | Probate
*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:...
by Carol Grant | Nov 1, 2025 | Probate
Uncertainty about when probate ends can weigh on a family. In Florida, the Florida probate process moves at different speeds based on the estate, the court’s calendar, and whether anyone files objections. The sections below explain the main paths, what shapes the...
by Carol Grant | Oct 31, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate, Will
Many Florida families worry about taxes when a parent leaves them property. Wondering what is the meaning of step-up in basis in plain English? It is a tax rule that can lower capital gains tax on inherited items like real estate or stocks by resetting the cost basis...
by Carol Grant | Oct 6, 2025 | Probate
Silence during the probate process is not normal. In Florida, beneficiaries have specific inheritance rights, and those rights deserve attention from day one. Clear updates, honest accounting, and fair treatment are not favors, they are required. This article explains...
by Carol Grant | Sep 15, 2025 | Probate
When a loved one dies, paperwork can feel overwhelming. Florida probate law still moves on a timeline. Families in Broward and Miami-Dade often ask one thing first: how long after death do you have to file probate in Florida? This page explains the probate process,...
by Carol Grant | Sep 15, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate
Grief takes time. Debt questions can make it harder. In Florida, the probate process sets strict rules for creditor rights and deadlines, which is why consulting with a Pembroke Pines estate attorney is so important. Resolving creditor claims in Florida probate starts...
