Florida (FL) · Small estate
Florida small-estate procedure
Florida offers a simplified path for smaller estates that meet specific criteria. Used correctly, it saves months and substantial cost. Used incorrectly, it can complicate things if the estate later turns out not to qualify.
What's available
Florida offers summary administration when the estate's value is below a statutory threshold or more than two years have passed since death, and disposition without administration in narrow cases (e.g., when the only assets were used to pay last expenses).
Common gotchas
Homestead real property has its own rules. Even when summary administration is available, homestead may need separate attention.
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