There are certain rights that you gain as a spouse in Florida. This rings true as well when your spouse dies. You are the next of kin for your spouse. As such, you also have some rights during probate even if your spouse left no will or estate plan or left you out of...
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Month: July 2019
Prescriptive vs. conservative easements: What’s the difference?
According to the University of Florida Handbook of Florida Fence and Property Law: Easements and Rights of Way, Florida is one of many states that recognizes easements and rights of way. Easements grant certain individuals the right to use or enjoy the land of another...
Is my prenuptial agreement valid?
A prenuptial agreement is typically put into play to protect one party in the marriage who has more assets. If you enter a marriage where one of you has a greater amount of money, you may create this type of agreement to offer protection should you ever decide to...
What is an easement by way of necessity?
Having an easement on your property in Florida could be a burden at some point, especially if you wish to sell your property. However, there is one type of easement that may not be so easy to identify, which is important to know if you are buying property. A typical...
If I live out of state, do I need to undergo probate in Florida?
Probate court is not always a requirement: It is possible to prevent probate with proper estate planning. This could save a family from having to undergo a long and difficult court process. If your family owns property in Florida, without an estate plan your assets...