Phil Aitken
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How Creditors, Debts and Liens Affect a Florida Estate: What Heirs Actually Owe

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When a loved one passes away in Florida, heirs often worry they’ll inherit not just property but also overwhelming debt. Questions about creditors, estate liens, and personal liability can create significant anxiety during an already difficult time, especially when inherited real estate is involved. Understanding Florida’s specific probate laws regarding creditor claims, debt prioritization, and […]

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What Are The Hidden Costs of Probate in Florida?

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When Florida families face probate after losing a loved one, the focus typically falls on attorney fees and court costs, but the most significant hidden expenses often involve the physical property itself. Executors managing inherited Jacksonville homes quickly discover that maintaining a property through Florida’s 6-12 month probate process creates substantial ongoing costs that few […]

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Top 10 Probate Mistakes People Make During Probate in Florida

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When a loved one passes away, the grief can be overwhelming, and adding Florida’s complex probate process to that emotional weight can feel impossible. Executors and heirs often make critical mistakes that delay estate settlements, increase costs, and jeopardize the value of inherited real estate. From Jacksonville to Miami, Florida’s unique laws—including strict homestead rules […]

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Do You Need Title Insurance When Selling Inherited Property In Florida?

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When families inherit property in Florida, the complexity of probate procedures and title requirements can feel overwhelming during an already difficult time. Many heirs and personal representatives wonder whether Florida law mandates title insurance when selling inherited property, what the costs involve, and how the probate process affects the timeline for completing a sale. Understanding […]

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What Happens If The Inherited Property Goes Into Foreclosure During Probate In Florida?

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When serving as a personal representative for a Florida estate, one of the most challenging discoveries is realizing that an inherited property has fallen behind on mortgage payments or that foreclosure proceedings have already begun. Throughout Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, many families face this exact dual crisis: navigating the complex legal requirements of the probate […]

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How to Get a Date-of-Death Appraisal for Inherited Property in Florida

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Inheriting property in Florida often comes during one of life’s most difficult transitions. The loss of a loved one. While grieving, executors and heirs must navigate complex legal requirements, including obtaining a date-of-death appraisal for inherited property. This appraisal establishes the property’s fair market value as of the date the owner passed away, serving critical […]

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Can The Executor Sell Property Without Beneficiary Approval In Florida?

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Inheriting property in Jacksonville brings both opportunity and complexity, especially when beneficiaries disagree about whether an executor should sell the family home. Florida’s probate laws provide executors with significant authority to manage estate assets, but also protect beneficiary rights and homestead property through specific constitutional and statutory provisions. Real estate expert Phil Aitken brings personal […]

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