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What can beneficiaries of a will to do if the executor of the estate refuses to reveal the contents?
Assuming the testator of the will is deceased, the person's having need to know may file a request with the probate court for a copy of the Will. If the testator is not deceased, only they can make the contents of the will known, the executor would be acting on the behalf of the testator in matters of confidentiality and could not reveal the terms.
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If an executor of a Will inform beneficiaries of the contents b4 the testator is deceased and this leads to pressure on the executor or on the other beneficiaries to do deals what does this mean?
The executor is breaching their duties. They have no control over the estate prior to the testator's death.
Does the executor receive the estate in the UK?
No, the beneficiaries receive the estate. An executor could be a beneficiary
Does the Executor answer to the beneficiaries?
The executor should operate in the estate's best interests.
Does the executor fee continue as long as the estate has property?
Yes. As long as the estate is open the executor has a right to the executor's fee. However, they cannot dally. The estate must be handled with expediency or the beneficiaries should complain the the court.Yes. As long as the estate is open the executor has a right to the executor's fee. However, they cannot dally. The estate must be handled with expediency or the beneficiaries should complain the the court.Yes. As long as the estate is open the executor has a right to the executor's fee. However, they cannot dally. The estate must be handled with expediency or the beneficiaries should complain the the court.Yes. As long as the estate is open the executor has a right to the executor's fee. However, they cannot dally. The estate must be handled with expediency or the beneficiaries should complain the the court.
Can an executor sell estate property without obtaining approval from all beneficiaries?
No, an executor cannot sell estate property without obtaining approval from all beneficiaries.
Can beneficiaries of an estate have access to an unoccupied home and its contents during the probate process?
If the executor wishes to allow it. They are responsible for making sure everything is inventoried and valued.
What is Alabama state law on the power of Executor over the beneficiaries?
The executor has no power over the beneficiaries. The executor is responsible to the probate court for the administration of the estate. They must make a full accounting to the court.
Do you have to be a resident of the state of NC to be executor of an estate of a parent?
There are no residency requirements for being executor. The beneficiaries do have to be citizens of the US.
DOES EXECUTOR OF AN ESTATE HAVE THE LAST SAY ON WHAT OFFER THEY ACCEPT FOR HOUSE?
The executor of an estate has the authority to manage and sell estate assets, including real property, but they must act in the best interest of the estate and its beneficiaries. While the executor has significant discretion in deciding which offers to accept, they typically must consider the wishes of the beneficiaries and any relevant terms outlined in the will. Ultimately, transparency and communication with beneficiaries are crucial to ensure a fair process.
Can an executor sell house against wishes of beneficiaries if liquidation of the house is not necessary to cover estate expenses or taxes?
If the power to sell real estate was granted in the will then the executor has the power to sell it. However, if ALL the beneficiaries agree that the property should be retained they should insist the property not be sold. Remember that the beneficiaries own the real estate. If the executor proceeds to try to sell the property the beneficiaries should petition the court to review the matter ASAP.
Is there a law preventing an executor from selling property if the beneficiaries do not agree with the sale?
There is no such law. The executor has the power, from the court, to settle the estate.
What if a beneficiary of a will dies while the will is being dealt with by the executor?
The beneficiaries' estate will get their share. The executor will continue to process things according to the will.
