When a Florida property passes to multiple heirs, the big question is: how do you fairly divide it? The answer depends on the will or trust, how the deed is titled, Florida’s homestead and spousal rules, and what the beneficiaries want to do with the property. Below...
If you’ve just inherited a home or a share of real estate in Florida, one of the first questions you’ll face is, “Do I have to retitle the property—and what does that even mean?” Retitling is the process of updating the public land records so the current, legal owner...
A disclaimer lets you say, “I don’t want this inheritance,” so the property passes as if you had predeceased the decedent. This can be a smart move if the home needs costly repairs, carries liens, or doesn’t fit your plans. Our Inherited Property Real Estate Florida...
A transfer-on-death (TOD) deed—often called a “beneficiary deed”—is a document that lets you name who will receive your real estate when you die, without going through probate. You keep full ownership and control during your lifetime, and the property transfers...
Inheriting real estate in Florida comes with a unique mix of constitutional homestead protections, probate procedures, and property tax rules—plus federal income tax consequences when you sell. If you’re settling an estate or planning ahead, understanding these...
