Selling
Davie Probate Home Sales: Preparing the Property File
Quick answer
Who can sign a listing and a sale contract depends on the estate's legal situation, so start with a Florida probate attorney. While they handle the court side, you can build the property file: deed, tax bills, insurance, utility accounts, HOA documents, permits and keys — and secure the home so it stays insurable and in showing condition.
Let probate counsel confirm who can convey the Davie property
§733.613 addresses personal-representative real-property sales and circumstances involving court authorization or powers in the will. It is not proof that any heir or named representative can sign a particular contract.
Broward Clerk probate resources provide the court-division starting point. Have counsel and the title professional review the will, orders, letters, homestead status and title; no probate timeline, distribution or mandatory-approval outcome is assumed.
Property file checklist
- Recorded deed and parcel record
- Most recent tax bill and any exemptions on the parcel
- Homeowner's insurance policy (ask about vacancy rules)
- Utility accounts and who is paying them
- HOA/condo documents and estoppel contact
- Permit history and known repairs
- Death certificate and court letters (from the attorney)
Questions to take to the attorney
- Who has authority to sign the listing agreement?
- Does the sale need court approval?
- What happens to the homestead exemption?
- How are proceeds distributed?
Keeping the home in sellable shape
Vacant homes can face insurance limits and maintenance surprises. Ask the insurer about vacancy, keep the power on for AC and humidity control, and schedule regular checks.
Related Mora Realty Davie pages
Sources
- §733.613 — Addresses personal-representative real-property sales and circumstances involving court authorization or powers in the will
- Broward Clerk probate resources — Provide the court-division starting point