If the elderly man has capacity to understand what he is doing, he can transfer his house to anyone he so desires. The "neighbor," without specific power of attorney, does not have authority to conduct any transactions on behalf of the elderly man.
I would advise the neighbor to consult with an elder law attorney before doing anything to avoid being accused of financial elder abuse which is taken very seriously in Florida. Furthermore, consulting with an attorney would be wise to avoid unnecessary penalization of the elderly man should he require government benefits.
If the elderly man has capacity to understand what he is doing, he can transfer his house to anyone he so desires. The "neighbor," without specific power of attorney, does not have authority to conduct any transactions on behalf of the elderly man.
I would advise the neighbor to consult with an elder law attorney before doing anything to avoid being accused of financial elder abuse which is taken very seriously in Florida. Furthermore, consulting with an attorney would be wise to avoid unnecessary penalization of the elderly man should he require government benefits.
