Inheriting a house can feel like a blessing but if the person who owned it passed away, it also comes with a big question: Does the house have to go through probate?

Losing a loved one is hard enough. But losing them without a will? Let’s break it all down — in plain English — so you can move forward with confidence.

Named as the personal representative in a Florida will? Here’s what to do, step by step, and how to avoid probate pitfalls.

Let’s break down what Florida law does by default, what it doesn’t, and how to make sure your wishes, not the court’s, are followed.