Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Florida
A will states that the mothers house will be sold and the proceeds split between the two siblings. How long do they have to sell the house before the court steps in?
Asked on 4/21/14, 10:13 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
It Won't. It is up to the parties to resolve the issue. If there is dispute. then the court may get involved.
Answered on 4/22/14, 5:02 am
Barry Stein
De Cardenas, Freixas, Stein & Zachary
If it is being sold per the will, it is already in Court in Probate and there is no time requirement that can be imposed. Listing it for sale or taking action to make it available can be required by the Court. You cannot force finding a willing buyer upon the Estate.
Answered on 4/22/14, 5:15 am
Joseph Pippen
Law Office of Joseph Pippen & Associates
The court usually allows one year once the probate process starts.
However-the court will usually grant extensions for valid reasons.
Answered on 4/22/14, 6:18 am
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