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Final Accounting and Proposed Plan for Distribution
In order to close a probate estate, the personal representative must prepare a document listing events that have occurred after...


What Should I Do Before Initiating Probate?
Before meeting with a probate attorney, you’ll want to gather pertinent information about the deceased person. By taking time to prepare...


Handling Creditors During Probate
As a personal representative, you’ll want to publish a Notice to Creditors (the “Notice”) in a local newspaper and serve the Notice on...


Protect Homestead Property from Probate Proceedings
The term “homestead” refers to a natural person’s primary or permanent residence. It consists of parcels of land and associated...


How to Choose a Probate Attorney
When a loved one passes away, the details and obligations can be overwhelming. Many people who find themselves needing probate are often...


Getting Ready for Federal Tax Season.
Preparation Tips for Survivors, Executors, and Administrators If you’ve been chosen as a personal representative or if you are in charge...


Florida Probate: What is a Payment to Successors Without Court Proceedings?
If a deceased person owned a qualified financial account not exceeding a total of $1,000 and at least 6 months have passed since death . . .


Florida Probate: What is a Disposition Without Administration?
A Disposition Without Administration is a shortened process available in limited circumstances to pay or reimburse someone for . . .


Florida Probate: What is a Disposition Without Administration of Intestate Property in Small Estate?
A Disposition Without Administration of Intestate Property in Small Estates is a shortened process available in limited circumstances . . .


Florida Probate: What is an Ancillary Probate Administration?
Probate proceedings should be initiated in the county where the deceased person resided. However, if the deceased person resided . . .
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