What happens if one of the heirs is a minor?

If one of the heirs of an intestate estate in Florida is a minor, the minor heir will receive their inheritance through a court-appointed guardian. In order to do this, a petition must be filed with the court in the county where the deceased person resided at the time of their death. The court will then appoint a guardian-ad-litem to represent the interests of the minor heir. The guardian is responsible for managing the minor’s property and using it to provide for the minor’s best interest. The guardian is also responsible for filing a petition with the court to request permission for making investments or spending money on behalf of the minor heir. This includes purchasing items for the minor’s education or health, as well as any other expenses that may be necessary. Finally, the guardian must provide an inventory of funds to the court on a yearly basis so the court can ensure the funds are being used in the best interest of the minor heir.

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