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They have the right to ask the court to do so. If they believe the current executor is not fulfilling their duties, they can request their removal. The court will evaluate the situation and may appoint a new executor.
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∙ 10y agoThe executor has to be notified so that they know their letter of authority has been revoked. The judge has to agree with the heirs and issue a new letter.
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Does the executor of the will have the right to rent the property to a 3rd party without all heirs concent?
The executor has the duty to preserve the estate in all aspects, including making money for it. The heirs' consent is not necessary.
Can probate be closed if all heirs dont cooperate?
The executor can work at closing off the will without any requirement of the heirs to cooperate. As long as the executor can justify the distribution of the assets, the court can approve the proposal of distribution.
Who signs for the sale of a house to be split between the 3 heirs when one of the heirs is the executor only the executor or all 3 heirs?
The executor has the Letter of Authority to conduct the sale. No one else has to be involved.
No executor do heirs have the right to appoint one?
The heirs have the ability to nominate an executor. If the court agrees, they will issue the letter of authority.
Is trying to remove an executor from a will considered contesting the will?
Yes, if you are trying to remove the executor who is named in the Will. When the testator includes language that heirs must not contest the Will she intends that her wishes be followed including her choice as executor. However, there may be more details so you should consult with an attorney before acting.Yes, if you are trying to remove the executor who is named in the Will. When the testator includes language that heirs must not contest the Will she intends that her wishes be followed including her choice as executor. However, there may be more details so you should consult with an attorney before acting.Yes, if you are trying to remove the executor who is named in the Will. When the testator includes language that heirs must not contest the Will she intends that her wishes be followed including her choice as executor. However, there may be more details so you should consult with an attorney before acting.Yes, if you are trying to remove the executor who is named in the Will. When the testator includes language that heirs must not contest the Will she intends that her wishes be followed including her choice as executor. However, there may be more details so you should consult with an attorney before acting.
In the state of Georgia does an executor of an estate have to show annual reports or tax returns to the heirs of the estate?
The executor should file an annual accounting with the court. If they have not the heirs should file a motion for the court to compel an accounting. An executor who acts in secret and resists reporting to the heirs should be watched closely.The executor should file an annual accounting with the court. If they have not the heirs should file a motion for the court to compel an accounting. An executor who acts in secret and resists reporting to the heirs should be watched closely.The executor should file an annual accounting with the court. If they have not the heirs should file a motion for the court to compel an accounting. An executor who acts in secret and resists reporting to the heirs should be watched closely.The executor should file an annual accounting with the court. If they have not the heirs should file a motion for the court to compel an accounting. An executor who acts in secret and resists reporting to the heirs should be watched closely.
Can an executor of an estate remove heirs from a property that is designated to be sold in the will if those heirs have paid the property taxes?
Yes, if the property was owned by the decedent and the Will provides that it be sold. In that case, the executor must carry out the provisions in the Will unless the provision is changed by a court order. It is assumed that there are other heirs besides the ones who paid the taxes on that property. The heirs who paid the taxes can file a claim against the estate for the amount they paid in taxes and they can offer to buy the property from the estate if they wish to keep it. They should speak with the attorney who is handling the estate.
Can legal action be taken against an executor of an estate if he does not follow wishes of heirs?
The executor is required to execute the terms of the Will, or follow the laws of intestacy (if there was no Will), not comply with the wishes of the heirs.
Do heirs have to pay back a loan taken out by the executor?
No. If an Executor takes out a loan it has nothing to do with the estate he is executing.
What if the executor does not want to sell a house in the will?
There is no problem if the debts of the estate have been paid and the executor is the sole heir. However, if there are other heirs who want to sell the property and take their share of the proceeds the executor must buy out the interests of the other heirs. Otherwise, the heirs are entitled to a sale of the property and can file a petition for partition if the executor will not act.
Can an executor of an estate refuse to lower the price of house in the estate when the other two heirs request that it be lowered?
The heirs cannot tell the executor what to do. If they have a complaint regarding the handling of the estate they must file it with the court and request a ruling.The heirs cannot tell the executor what to do. If they have a complaint regarding the handling of the estate they must file it with the court and request a ruling.The heirs cannot tell the executor what to do. If they have a complaint regarding the handling of the estate they must file it with the court and request a ruling.The heirs cannot tell the executor what to do. If they have a complaint regarding the handling of the estate they must file it with the court and request a ruling.
What recourse do the heirs have when the Propriety has sold the money is in the bank but the executor refuses to distribute the money to the heirs?
If the period during which creditors can make a claim has passed, generally, the heirs can submit a motion to the court to compel the appointed executor to make distribution. The executor has a legal obligation to perform all their duties in a timely manner. If the executor isn't doing that then complain to the court or to the attorney who is handling the estate.
