Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

disbursement from estate

Mother died 11/10/02. Her house was the only asset she left, to be divided 4 ways. I understand we divide four ways the expenses related to the house and the net profit from the house when it sells.

My husband (not beneficiary) paid all loan payments on a debt (equity loan) left by her. Is he entitled to be reimbursed by the estate the total amount he paid when the house sells?

Closing is 2/22/05.

Thank you


Asked on 2/16/05, 12:15 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Peter Gonzalez Sanchez-Medina, Gonzalez, Quesada, Lage, Crespo, Gomez & MachadoLLP

Re: disbursement from estate

I am not a probate lawyer, but it would seem that your husband should get reimbursed by the estate or should make a claim against the estate, and I suppose your siblings will not object to having him get back his money (possibly with interest). But again, I am not a probate lawyer. Consult with a probate lawyer.

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Answered on 2/16/05, 12:40 pm
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: disbursement from estate

You fail to indicate whether a personal representative has been appointed by the court.

He should file a claim with the personal representative as a creditor of the estate immediately.

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Answered on 2/16/05, 2:39 pm


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