What is the least expensive way to open an estate in Florida, to purchase property froma New Mexico estate? Property in Lee Cty

It sounds like an ancillary probate is going to be needed here in Florida. The seller should have done this prior to going under contract with you....

Dead cousin leaves check acct. I retrieve w/DC. Do I probate to keep?

Hard to answer this questions but it sounds like probate is needed.

Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Unfortunately, from the facts you provided, probate is necessary.

How much does it cost to get a family and estate put in my sons name?

It is going to be hard for an attorney to give you an answer here. You may want to call one as there are a lot of unknown variables.

Can I get a house put in my name if my wife who is deceased had it only in her name?

I am sorry about the loss of your wife. You may want to speak with a probate attorney to make sure your interests are protected.

Can escrow be closed before probate is complete?

Sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Do you have an open probate? If the property is homestead, you could get it taken out of probate and...

I am trying to get my brother name off the property that was left by our mother which was under survivorship.

Sorry that we cannot give you an answer here but a probate/real estate attorney needs to see the deed to give you useful advice.

What do I do now?

Please at least speak with a probate attorney and do not try and do this yourself.

Do my brothers and I have more rights over our dad's estate than our estranged step mother?

I am sorry to hear about the passing of your father. The lawyer answer is.. it depends. You are going to want to speak with a probate attorney as...

Can I make in Fl. a small estate affidavit in order to collect the life insurance for my aunt?

I am sorry to hear about the passing of your aunt. You may be required to open a probate (either in Florida or in Puerto Rico). Do you know if your...