Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida

Re: real estate

Yes. A person can refuse a bequest. Beware if you owe creditors. If you have specific questions, please contact an attorney.

Re: real estate

Yes, you can disclaim the property. There may be consequences though.

Re: real estate

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Of course. A beneficiary can refuse to accept a bequest at any time from an estate. Oftentimes this is done in order to protect benefits of a much greater value from being affected or when a person simply does not want the bequest.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.