Yes. Anyone with an interest in a decedent's estate can do so. An heir would be such an animal.
The heir's cannot appoint an executor. They can recommend one to the court, but the court decides.
No. An executor has no authority until they have been appointed by the probate court. An executor cannot "remove" an heir. They must follow the provisions in the will.No. An executor has no authority until they have been appointed by the probate court. An executor cannot "remove" an heir. They must follow the provisions in the will.No. An executor has no authority until they have been appointed by the probate court. An executor cannot "remove" an heir. They must follow the provisions in the will.No. An executor has no authority until they have been appointed by the probate court. An executor cannot "remove" an heir. They must follow the provisions in the will.
The executor is often a beneficiary of the will. They have to show the court a complete accounting of the estate. This means the judge has to validate that they aren't taking more then they are entitled to.
An heir may decline to accept an inheritance. The executor then has to distribute the assets per the will.
They have the right to challenge the will and executor as possible beneficiaries.
Yes, the executor can be a beneficiary. The court may remove an executor at the request of the beneficiaries.
Yes, in many cases the executor is a family member and heir.
Yes, it is possible for an executor of a will to also be named as an heir in the will. However, it is important for the executor to fulfill their duties impartially and in the best interest of the estate and other beneficiaries to avoid any conflicts of interest.
No, one heir cannot legally evict another heir from their shared inheritance without following proper legal procedures. Each heir has rights to the inheritance and must be treated fairly and within the confines of the law. If there is a dispute, it is advisable for the parties to seek legal advice to resolve the issue.
You haven't provided enough detail such as whether it was your usual residence but there are circumstances where the executor could charge rent if one heir is using the premises and creating expenses for the other heirs.You haven't provided enough detail such as whether it was your usual residence but there are circumstances where the executor could charge rent if one heir is using the premises and creating expenses for the other heirs.You haven't provided enough detail such as whether it was your usual residence but there are circumstances where the executor could charge rent if one heir is using the premises and creating expenses for the other heirs.You haven't provided enough detail such as whether it was your usual residence but there are circumstances where the executor could charge rent if one heir is using the premises and creating expenses for the other heirs.
The executor of an estate is responsible for the assets of the estate. That means they can bring a lawsuit on behalf of the estate. So, yes, they can accuse or even sue an heir for damaging property.
If you are named in the will, or a natural heir, you can challenge a will.