Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida
division of property from divorce
What happens to a property (land only) co owned by a divorced couple when one of the parties has died? Property was purchased during the marriage and deeded ''tennants in entirety''.
Asked on 8/02/06, 12:22 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
Re: division of property from divorce
1/2 owned by each.
Answered on 8/02/06, 11:45 pm
Frank J. Pyle
Probate Attorney Throughout Florida
Re: division of property from divorce
When one of them dies, his or her interest in the property passes to his or her heirs, or as provided his or her will. It does not pass to the other co-owner unless a will executed after the divorce so directs.
Answered on 8/02/06, 11:47 pm