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Florida does not have a statutory Transfer on Death Deed for real property. Learn why, and how a Lady Bird (enhanced life estate) deed achieves the same probate-avoidance goal in Florida.
Florida has no state estate tax. Learn the federal estate tax exemption ($15M per person in 2026), portability for married couples, and strategies to minimize your estate's tax exposure.
Federal estate tax applies to large Texas estates. Learn the 2025–2026 exemption amounts, portability election, what assets are included, and strategies to minimize estate taxes.
Florida law sets a statutory fee schedule for personal representatives under F.S. 733.617. Learn the percentage tiers, extraordinary service fees, co-PR rules, and whether to waive compensation.
Florida law requires the personal representative to pay estate debts in a specific order under F.S. 733.707. Learn the 7 priority classes, insolvent estate rules, and how to avoid personal liability.
Florida will contests under F.S. 732.5165 can be filed on grounds of lack of capacity, undue influence, fraud, or improper execution. Learn who can contest, the 3-month deadline, and what happens next.
Selling a home or real estate you inherited in Florida involves probate, homestead rules, Letters of Administration, and capital gains tax. Here is what to expect and how to navigate the process.
Selling inherited property in Texas requires clear title first. Learn how the step-up in basis reduces capital gains, when you can sell, how to handle homestead property, and how to split proceeds among multiple heirs.
Texas community property rules explained for families handling an estate. Learn what counts as community or separate property, how it passes at death, and how CPWROS agreements work.
Texas probate creditor claims explained. Learn the 4-month notice period under Texas Estates Code §§ 355.001–355.201, how executors evaluate claims, payment priority, and how to protect the estate.
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