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
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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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