QUESTION
How can I get a deed for my real-estate inheritance?
Asked on Mar 24th, 2011 on Estate Planning - Florida
More details to this question:
Five years ago, my father died. The self-proclaimed executor hasn't acted in the best interest of the beneficiaries. The will has to be probated but the land has not. How can I get a deed for my real-estate inheritance? The other 3 people involved don't want their land on separate deeds for tax purposes. How can I sell it? What forms will I need? Can I accept the land value instead of the land itself? I'm moving to Ireland soon and renouncing my U.S citizenship so I need to act quickly. Any information you can provide is greatly appreciated. If you need more info, please let me know. Thank you very much.
2 ANSWERS
Theodore W. Robinson
What you need to do is consult directly with a competent Estate attorney who can properly advise you. However, you are certainly entitled to get the deed if you've been gifted property and if the Executor hasn't yet done it, depending upon how long has passed, then you may have the right to go to Surrogates Court and seek to have him/her removed for failing to act in a reasonable fashion. Speak to the lawyer right away since these things can take time. Good luck.
Answered on Mar 29th, 2011 at 10:15 PM
Trusts and Estates Attorney serving Jacksonville, FL
Partner at
Law Office of David M. Goldman PLLC
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You should talk with a Florida Probate lawyer to discuss your situation. They could push the process along and then do a partition if necessary to sell the property.
Answered on Mar 28th, 2011 at 10:19 AM