Where is probate filed if I inherited a house in Kissimmee or the Osceola side of Poinciana?
With the Osceola County Clerk of the Circuit Court & County Comptroller. The main office is at 2 Courthouse Square in Kissimmee, and the Poinciana branch is at 4547 Pleasant Hill Road. Most filings are electronic, but an original will has to be filed in person. If the home is on the Polk County side of Poinciana, it goes through Polk County instead. A Florida probate attorney can tell you which process fits.
My house is in a CDD. Does that change how I sell?
It can. Osceola County has 63 CDDs, and each sets its own assessments every year. Those charges are itemized on your property tax bill, so buyers will see them when they compare homes. Have your latest bill ready when you talk to buyers or to us. Your title company can confirm whether any CDD balance is still owed at closing.
I own a vacation rental near Disney. What should I check before I sell?
Osceola County charges a 6% Tourist Development Tax on stays of six months or less, and the owner or agent is responsible for sending it in. The county does not have remittance contracts with Airbnb or VRBO. Before closing, make sure your tourist tax filings are up to date. The Osceola County Tax Collector can confirm your account status.
My home flooded during Hurricane Ian. Do I have to tell a buyer?
Florida law changed on October 1, 2025. Residential sellers now have to disclose known flood damage during their ownership, any flood insurance claims, and any flood assistance they received. The disclosure is due at or before the contract is signed. Ian hit creek-side areas of Osceola County hard, so this comes up often here. A real estate attorney can tell you what applies to your home.
Will the buyer pay the same property taxes I do?
Usually not. If you have a homestead, Save Our Homes has kept your assessed value from rising more than 3% or the change in CPI each year, whichever is less. After the sale, the home is reassessed at full market value the next January 1. Buyers who move in can apply for their own homestead with the Osceola County Property Appraiser by March 1.
How long are Kissimmee homes taking to sell right now?
Redfin reported a median of 48 days on market in August 2026, with a median sale price of $349,769 and sellers getting about 97.4% of list price. Those numbers move every month, and your home's condition and location matter a lot. We can walk you through a realistic list price and timeline next to a direct offer.
What does it cost to ask HOMKEYS for options?
Nothing. Asking for a review does not commit you to sell, and you can take your time comparing our options with listing or any other offer.
I am behind on HOA dues in Kissimmee. Can the association foreclose?
Yes. Florida associations can foreclose on unpaid assessments even when the mortgage is current. They must first give 45 days’ notice before recording a lien and 45 days’ notice before filing foreclosure. Selling before that point lets the dues be paid from your proceeds at closing through the estoppel.
Does Florida’s new probate limit help if I inherited a Kissimmee house?
It may. For deaths on or after July 1, 2026, Florida’s summary administration limit rose from $75,000 to $150,000, and exempt property such as a protected homestead does not count toward it. Summary administration is usually faster than formal probate. A Florida probate attorney can tell you which process fits.
Can I sell my Kissimmee house from out of state?
Yes. Many owners sell without traveling. Florida allows remote online notarization, so you may be able to sign online, or you can use a mobile notary or appoint someone under a power of attorney. A licensed Florida title company handles the closing and the money. Tell us your timeline and we plan around it.
My Kissimmee rental has a tenant who stopped paying. Can I still sell?
Yes. You can sell with the tenant in place, and some buyers will take the situation as is. Keep the lease, payment records and deposit details organized. If you start an eviction, follow Florida’s notice rules or use an attorney, because a mistake can force you to start over. Subject to qualification, property inspection, and transaction terms.