I agree with my colleagues. Most estate planning attorneys offer a free initial consult, I would recommend visiting with one such attorney....

My Wife Just Died and We had the Funeral, What do I do with the estate?

I would echo my colleagues, your situation requires at the very least consulting with an attorney since assets, especially your family home, were...

What does collocation against estate entail. My husband has died and collections in his name only

Unless you personally guaranteed any of the debts, you are not responsible for those debts that were solely in you husband's name. You can let...

"When at least one co-owner does not qualify for the homestead creditor exemption, a potential problem exists. In Tullis v. Tullis, 360 So. 2d 375...

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The deed does not have to have the name of each spouse in order for the surviving spouse to receive the property. The property will pass based on...