Adding an adult child to a home’s deed may avoid probate but can expose the property to creditors, limit the owner’s control and create tax and long-term care complications, a real estate attorney said.

Sellers should determine whether solar panels are owned, financed or leased and address payoff or transfer terms before entering a sales contract.

People moving to Florida from other states tend to earn more and are more likely to own a home, while international migration now drives most of the state’s net growth, according to the Florida Chamber Foundation’s 2026 Florida Business & Economic Mid-Year Report.

Florida condo and townhouse sales rose 11% in July, with gains extending from lower-priced units to higher-end properties as the market continues to adjust.