Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida
Selling a home intestate
In February 2001 my grandfather died. He left behind 5 homes and 9 heirs (my mother and uncle are two of the heirs). My mother, my uncle, his wife and child, and I all live in one of the homes. My grandfather died without a will and so we had to go to probate. The judge has decided to sell the homes at the fair market value. My mother and uncle do not wish to sell the home that we are currently living in. Two of the heirs have purchased 2 of the houses, but I don't understand how when the money from the sale should go into my grandfather's trust. Please explain how this can happen? And is this legal?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Selling a home intestate
It seems to me the heirs should be represented by counsel. That attorney can then know all the facts and advise you. The interests of the all the heirs may be slightly different. Those that do not want to sell may have to buy out the others. I would have to read the trust agreemwent to understand why the money is not being given directly to the heirs.
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