Grandma did not have a will and died in 2005.

It is important to consider that both estates can be filed as a Summary Administration (abbreviated proceedings) since each person is deceased more...

What options do I have if a death certificate has not yet been issued nor has the body been released

It is not clear from your comments why there is a hold-up on the delivery of the death certificate. However, you certainly can begin the process of...

If the estate qualifies, can I file for summary administration on my own?

Yes you can, however I have found that while it may be possible- it is not advisable. You can delay the process with errors or omissions. You may...

When I bought my FL HOA unit 7 yrs. ago, renting was allowed after 2 years of ownership. Now the Board is trying to change the

Provided the Board follows the governing documents of your HOA and Florida law, the new rule prohibiting or limiting renting of units in your...

Do I need a lawyer to name an executor of my estate?

If your Will names a Personal Representative (as they are now referred to in Florida) then no you do not need a lawyer to "name an executor"....

How can i get what was gave to me or the money back

If your father had a valid Last Will and Testament, leaving his interest in the house to you, your claim to his house would be much stronger than a...

How to retitle

The out of state heirs appear to be entitled to the vehicle since there is no Will. Florida law provides for those heirs to apply for the transfer...

Provided the house that you are referring to is your primary residence, any type of deed that your wife signed would be ineffective to transfer...

Is the equity in my mothers home in Georgia protected from creditors?

If your mother's primary residence was Georgia, then that is where her estate should be administered. If she lived in Florida, and that can be...

My father is one of three brothers. Their sister died and left equal amounts of the entire estate to the three brothers. One of

Your father should receive his portion of the estate unless there is a provision in the Will that requires him to survive his sister by a certain...