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[fl] Selling Inherited Property With A Relative Refusing To Vacate (squatter). Does Specific Contract Language Absolve Me Of Liability Post-closing?

Location: Tampa, FL

I recently inherited a single-family home from my late father. Currently, there is an occupant living in the property (a distant relative who moved in while my father was in hospice and refuses to vacate). There is no lease, no rent being paid, and he has established residency under FL law, meaning I would need to file for a formal ejectment/eviction.

Being out of state, I cannot afford the legal fees or travel to manage this.

I have received a purchase agreement from a local investment group (Home Options) that is willing to buy the property "as-is" with the occupant inside. The clause in question: Their contract explicitly states they assume "all responsibility for the eviction process and possession post-closing" and hold the seller harmless.

Under Florida real estate law, if I sign over the deed while the squatter is still inside:

Am I completely absolved of liability? Can the occupant sue me for "selling the home out from under them" (claiming constructive eviction or violation of tenant rights)? Once the deed is recorded, does the "cause of action" for removal shift 100% to the new owner immediately?

I want to take the deal to end this nightmare, but I am terrified the relative will sue me personally after the investors kick him out.

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[fl] Selling Inherited Property With A Relative Refusing To Vacate (squatter). Does Specific Contract Language Absolve Me Of Liability Post-closing?

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