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The duties of the Administrator are too broad to write them all in this forum and they vary from state to state. Briefly, the general duties are the following:
- Safeguard the assets, changing locks if necessary until the will is presented for probate
- Select the attorney who will handle the estate
- Submit the petition for appointment as Administrator
- Publish notice and notifies heirs at law and beneficiaries
- (Once appointed) Open an estate account if necessary
- Assemble, Inventory and take custody of assets
- Notify Social Security and insurance companies of the death
- Pay the debts of the estate according to statutory priority
- Administer the estate according to the provisions of state laws
- File the estate tax return
- Distribute the estate
- File the final account
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 14y agoYour rights and responsibilities as an administrator of an estate vary by state.
An attorney in your state can guide you toward the details you need.
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Estate administrator over pricing property so it does not sell?
If you think the administrator is not performing their duties to the best advantage of the estate and heirs you can report the situation to the court and request a ruling or the removal of the administrator if necessary.
Can the administrator of an estate sue the estate?
You would need to provide an example of an issue the administrator would have with the "estate". The administrator of an estate is the person appointed by the court to represent the estate. They are paid from the estate for performing their duties. Their fee comes out of the assets before any assets are distributed and they have the authority to pay their own fee out of the estate.Any lawsuits against an estate must be served on its administrator. It is difficult to think of an example where the administrator would do something at odds with their own interest in the estate.You would need to provide an example of an issue the administrator would have with the "estate". The administrator of an estate is the person appointed by the court to represent the estate. They are paid from the estate for performing their duties. Their fee comes out of the assets before any assets are distributed and they have the authority to pay their own fee out of the estate.Any lawsuits against an estate must be served on its administrator. It is difficult to think of an example where the administrator would do something at odds with their own interest in the estate.You would need to provide an example of an issue the administrator would have with the "estate". The administrator of an estate is the person appointed by the court to represent the estate. They are paid from the estate for performing their duties. Their fee comes out of the assets before any assets are distributed and they have the authority to pay their own fee out of the estate.Any lawsuits against an estate must be served on its administrator. It is difficult to think of an example where the administrator would do something at odds with their own interest in the estate.You would need to provide an example of an issue the administrator would have with the "estate". The administrator of an estate is the person appointed by the court to represent the estate. They are paid from the estate for performing their duties. Their fee comes out of the assets before any assets are distributed and they have the authority to pay their own fee out of the estate.Any lawsuits against an estate must be served on its administrator. It is difficult to think of an example where the administrator would do something at odds with their own interest in the estate.
What are the duties of administrator?
lost of duties
Co-administrator of estate?
The co-administrator of an estate has as much equal access to the estate as the administrator. If property or the estate needs to be divided, the parties will need to agree.
What happens when you have been appointed the administrator of the estate and you can not find your siblings?
You should consult with an attorney who specializes in probate. The attorney can guide you to perform your duties as the administrator according to the provisions of your state laws.
How is a county administrator involved with the sale of an estate?
If the estate of a decedent needs probating and no one has come forward to administer the estate, then the county Public Administrator may petition to be appointed the administrator. They are required to perform their duties under the law as any administrator. They would need to petition the court for a license to sell the real estate. The proceeds would escheat to the state to be placed in a fund. If an heir ever comes forward and can prove their status as an heir they can make a claim for the net proceeds.
Can an administrator for an estate be fired?
No. The parties of interest can file a motion with the court to have the administrator removed and a successor appointed. They should be prepared with evidence that the administrator has not performed their duties or caused some other type of problem.No. The parties of interest can file a motion with the court to have the administrator removed and a successor appointed. They should be prepared with evidence that the administrator has not performed their duties or caused some other type of problem.No. The parties of interest can file a motion with the court to have the administrator removed and a successor appointed. They should be prepared with evidence that the administrator has not performed their duties or caused some other type of problem.No. The parties of interest can file a motion with the court to have the administrator removed and a successor appointed. They should be prepared with evidence that the administrator has not performed their duties or caused some other type of problem.
What are the duties of a church administrator?
A church administrator has numerous duties. Some of their duties are to manage the church, mange the supplies, and to make sure all bulletins are posted.
Can the administrator of an estate spend money from the estate and not tell the remaining heirs?
The Administrator of an estate must file an inventory listing all the assets and when the estate has been settled must file a final account that states where all the assets went. They are required to account for all money they spent or distributed. Therefore they cannot squander money from the estate. An administrator is subject to the provisions of the state laws that govern fiduciaries. They can be prosecuted for stealing from the estate or for wasting the assets. They are personally responsible for making restitution if they mishandle the estate assets. You can go to the court and review the file. If they haven't filed an inventory or account then file a complaint with the probate court. An administrator who fails to perform their duties can be removed.
Is becoming an administrator of a small estate where no will is found expensive?
It should not cost the administrator anything. The costs, which are fairly reasonable, are born by the estate. And the Administrator can charge for their services.
Do your legal brother has right to challenge Legal administrator?
I am the administrator of my fathers estate does my brother have equale power and percentage of estate?
Can heirs of mothers estate file ensolvency if there is already an administrator?
No. It is the responsibility of the administrator to notify the court if the estate is insolvent and provide all the supporting documentation.No. It is the responsibility of the administrator to notify the court if the estate is insolvent and provide all the supporting documentation.No. It is the responsibility of the administrator to notify the court if the estate is insolvent and provide all the supporting documentation.No. It is the responsibility of the administrator to notify the court if the estate is insolvent and provide all the supporting documentation.
