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Florida Probate: What if there is no Will?

by Laurie Ohall | Feb 7, 2011 | Estate Planning, Probate

If a person dies without a Will (or if the Will is invalid), then the estate is “intestate”.  This simply means that Florida law dictates the decedent’s heirs and who is entitled to administer the estate, i.e., be the personal representative/executor. If someone dies...

Florida Probate & Estate Planning: What is a Will?

by Laurie Ohall | Feb 3, 2011 | End of Life Issues, Estate Planning, Living Will, Probate

A will in Florida is a writing, signed by the decedent and two witnesses, that meets the requirements of Florida law.  Additionally, to save your estate costs at your death, the Will should have a “self-proving affidavit” where both the decedent and the witnesses sign...
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