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Florida
Estate law, probate process, and inheritance rules for Florida — in plain language.
Probate timeline
6–12 months
Small estate threshold
Under $75,000
State taxes
Estate tax: NoneInheritance tax: None
Spousal rights in Florida
Elective share: surviving spouse may claim 30% of the elective estate
Key things to know about Florida
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No state estate tax or inheritance tax
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Homestead protection is among the strongest in the US — with restrictions on who can inherit it
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Summary administration available for estates under $75K or 2+ years after death
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