
The Siegel Law Firm presents The Probate Pod
A probate and estate planning podcast hosted by Jason Siegel, Esq. of The Siegel Law Firm, P.A.
The Siegel Law Firm presents The Probate Pod
Trusts & the Homestead Exemption: Interview with St. Lucie County Property Appraiser Michelle Franklin
In this episode of The Probate Pod with Jason Siegel, we’re joined by Michelle Franklin, the Property Appraiser for St. Lucie County, Florida, to discuss an issue that affects countless homeowners: what to do after transferring your home into a revocable trust—and how it can impact your homestead exemption.
We cover:
✅ Why a trust can help your family avoid probate
✅ How to preserve your homestead exemption after transferring your home
✅ What documents the Property Appraiser’s Office needs to see
✅ What happens if you forget to notify the office
This is essential listening for Florida homeowners and anyone working on their estate plan.
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