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Of course not, unless the assets have to be liquidated in order to pay off debts.

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Q: Can an executor go against the wishes of the deceased when dividing the estate?
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Who protects a deceased person's property?

The executor of the estate.


What can an Executor of an Estate do?

They follow the instructions of the deceased has laid out in their will.


Can a cousin be an executor?

Certainly. Anyone can be named an executor of an estate, whether related to the deceased or not.


Can you sue a dead mans estate?

Yes, you can sue a deceased person's estate through a legal process known as probate. In such cases, the executor of the deceased's estate would handle any legal claims against the estate. It is important to consult with a lawyer to understand the specific procedures and requirements for pursuing a legal claim against a deceased person's estate.


Does executor have ruling over sale of house in an deceased estate?

Yes, the executor has the authority to manage and oversee the sale of a house in a deceased estate. The executor is responsible for handling the deceased person's assets, including the sale of property, according to the terms of the will or state laws if there is no will. The executor must act in the best interest of the estate and its beneficiaries.


How do you transfer the deed of a deceased parents in Texas to the executor of the estate?

The executor now controlling the estate has to do the transfer but if they had an executor, there is probably also a will, attorney, and a beneficiary (ies)


How do you sell stock of deceased parent?

The executor of the estate is able to sell assets of the estate.


Is it legal for someone to change a deceased husband's mailing address to their address?

The executor can do that. It allows them to track the bills and claims against the estate.


Who pays deceased unpaid mortgage?

If there is a will, the executor makes all mortgage payments from the estate of the deceased.


Who files tax return for a deceased person?

The executor of the estate files the tax return for the deceased.


Can executor sell car of deceased in NJ?

Yes, the executor can sell the vehicle. They have to resolve any lien against the vehicle. They should have a letter of authorization that allows them to act on behalf of the estate.


The Executor in a Will is deceased. Can a sibling of the deceased now be appointed?

The court will look at the Will to determine if an alternate executor is named. If not, then the state probably has a list of people, in order, who should be named as administrator of the estate. Relationship to the deceased executor is irrelevant.