What Dying Intestate Means and Why You Want to Avoid It

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What Dying Intestate Means and Why You Want to Avoid It

Dying intestate refers to dying without a will. Because no legal documents exist to administer the estate, the court abides by state intestacy laws and must appoint a representative to administer the estate, whom you have not chosen. When an individual dies intestate, Florida Intestate Succession statutes dictate which family members inherit assets and the […]