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Got Letters of Administration! What now?
This is a followup to my previous post on starting Probate in Florida, specifically Formal Administration. The initial push in probate is dedicated to convincing

How to Start Probate in Florida
Florida Probate administration can be relatively hassle-free with the right guidance and representation. It’s easy enough to say “hire an attorney” and frankly, it’s almost

Thoughts about Estate Assist, a “digital safe deposit box”
Does Estate Assist solve probate and estate problems for Florida residents? A brief look at Estate Assist and lingering questions.

Do I have to Probate the Homestead Property?
We have been answering this question repeatedly over the last couple of months. If a homestead property is not a probate asset, why does it

Cost (expenses) associated with Florida probate administration
There seems to be more confusion these days regarding the costs (expenses) associated with a probate administration in Florida. Whether you’re an heir, a personal

Where should I store my Last Will and Testament (and other important documents)?
Nearly 5 years ago, I wrote an article about what to do when you can’t find the Will of the decedent. Recently, Lifehacker revived the

No Will? Surviving spouse inheritance rights revised effective October 1st, 2011
Who should care? If there is no Will, then surviving spouses or children of the decedent. What is the effect of the revised statute? Florida

How do I file a Claim against an Estate & How do I even know if the Estate is opened?
Florida Probate Question of the Day: How do I file a Claim against an Estate & How do I even know if the Estate is

Letters of Administration Revisited
Quick Answer: Letters of Administration (LOAs) are court orders issued during formal probate administration that authorize a personal representative to access and manage estate assets.