Property Ownership
Under Florida law, 'intestate succession' means property passes:
AAccording to the deceased's will
BAccording to state law when the person dies without a valid will✓ Correct
CDirectly to the state of Florida
DTo the highest bidder at a public auction
Explanation
Intestate succession refers to the distribution of a deceased person's estate according to state law (Chapter 732 F.S.
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Key Terms to Know
Joint Tenancy
Co-ownership where two or more people hold equal, undivided interests with the right of survivorship — when one owner dies, their share passes to the surviving owners.
DeedA written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
EncumbranceAny claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to real property that affects its value or limits its use.
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