Answers general questions about residential real estate in Florida. More specific answers for the southwest area of Florida - Naples, Bonita Springs, and Estero Florida - Collier and Lee Counties. Will not answer any questions about commercial real estate or business brokerage.
Experience
Experience in the area: I have held a Florida real estate license since 1995 and Florida mortgage broker license since 1996. I have specializes in the residential real estate market as a full-time REALTOR since 1996. Currently a member of the Legal Resources Committee of the Naples Area Board of Realtors.
Organizations Naples Area Board of Realtors, Lake Placid Board of Realtors, Florida Association of Realtors, National Association of Realtors
Publications Have been interviewed by the local NBC, ABC, and FOX affiliates about correcting erroneous information on credit reports, local real estate market conditions, and foreclosures. Glenn authors Naples Real Estate Blog
Education/Credentials Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Bentley College, Waltham, Mass.
Post graduate courses at Nova University.
Awards and Honors 2007 Best in Client Satisfaction - Real Estate Agent by Gulfshore Magazine.
2006 Best in Client Satisfaction - Real Estate Agent by Gulfshore Magazine.
Expert: Glenn Ginsburg Date: 2/21/2008 Subject: Real Estate transfer when one dies
Question I have a customer who owns property with his spouse in Florida. His spouse died in 2000. Which form do I use to transfer ownership to him as a sole individual? Current title does not reflect owners as being tenants in common or survivorship marital property. It just states the names of the husband and deceased wife.
Thank you for your time.
Answer Dear Heather,
First there needs to be made a determination if the property was a homestead or not.
Second, after the determination, I would suggest that your customer consult with a Florida real estate attorney, as the property might have to pass through probate and there could be some taxes involved prior to the title being able to be transferred.
This is save your customer much aggravation in the future should he decide to sell property in the future.
The process if not handled properly can take months to resolve.
