Free Florida Small Estate Affidavit Template
Florida Small Estate Affidavit
Introduction
State of Florida
County of [COUNTY NAME]
I, [YOUR NAME], being of lawful age, hereby depose and state as follows:
Statement of Facts
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I am the [RELATIONSHIP TO DECEDENT] of the deceased, [DECEDENT'S NAME], who passed away on [DATE OF DEATH] in the County of [COUNTY NAME], State of Florida.
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To the best of my knowledge, information, and belief, the total value of the estate left by the deceased, including real and personal property, does not exceed the sum of [ESTIMATED VALUE], as valued by an independent appraisal.
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The deceased did not leave a will, nor has appointed or filed a personal representative in relation to the estate.
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I am not aware of any outstanding debts of the deceased, excluding those for which the estate is not liable under Florida law.
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There are no pending lawsuits or claims against the estate to my knowledge.
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I hereby affirm that I am the lawful heir entitled to the estate and there is no dispute regarding my entitlement.
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I undertake to distribute the assets of the estate according to the laws of the State of Florida and in accordance with the decedent's wishes to the best of my knowledge.
Sworn Oath
I understand that this affidavit is made under penalty of perjury, and I affirm that the statements contained herein are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief.
Signed this [Date] day of [Month], [Year].
Signature
[Your Name]
Affiant
