Florida's New $150,000 Summary Administration Limit: What It Means for Heirs

October 24, 2026
By Brandin

If you inherited a house in Florida, there's good news: the faster probate option got easier to qualify for.

What changed

Florida has a shorter probate process called summary administration. Starting July 1, 2026, an estate can use it if the assets that go through probate are worth $150,000 or less, up from $75,000. Property that's exempt from creditors, such as a Florida homestead, doesn't count toward that limit. An estate also still qualifies if the person passed away more than two years ago.

Why it matters for a house

Summary administration usually takes far less time than formal administration, which can run many months. More estates now qualify, so more families can get the court's permission to sell sooner. Whether a house counts toward the limit depends on things like whether it was the person's homestead, so ask a probate attorney which process fits your case.

Selling while it's in probate

You don't have to wait until probate is finished to talk about selling. I can make an offer early and work with your attorney's timeline, so the family knows the number while the paperwork moves. Meanwhile, keep the property taxes and insurance current so the house doesn't pick up new problems.

More on this: selling an inherited house in Central Florida.

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I’m a licensed Florida real estate broker, not a lawyer or tax advisor. For legal or tax advice about your situation, talk to a Florida attorney or CPA.