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To make sure all debts are settled. They have to inventory and value the estate for tax purposes. And they need to make sure all of the title documents are properly changed.

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What are the duties of the executor to find assets which may have been taken by fraud or deceit?

That is one of their duties.


A person appoints a child as executor of the estate. is executor of estate required to list assets after that person dies?

That is one of the duties of the executor. They have to inventory the assets and debts of the estate. Then they will be able to liquidate the debts and distribute the assets.


Is the Executor of the Will responsible for paying the debts of the deceased?

Yes. That is one of the duties of the executor. The debts must be paid out of the assets of the estate before legacies are paid to the beneficiaries.


Can the court require an executor to repay legal fees for removal of another executor?

First, there must be a good reason to request the removal of the original executor and the appointment of the successor. If the first executor committed failed to perform their duties according to the law and/or caused a waste of the estate assets the court could order them to reimburse the estate.First, there must be a good reason to request the removal of the original executor and the appointment of the successor. If the first executor committed failed to perform their duties according to the law and/or caused a waste of the estate assets the court could order them to reimburse the estate.First, there must be a good reason to request the removal of the original executor and the appointment of the successor. If the first executor committed failed to perform their duties according to the law and/or caused a waste of the estate assets the court could order them to reimburse the estate.First, there must be a good reason to request the removal of the original executor and the appointment of the successor. If the first executor committed failed to perform their duties according to the law and/or caused a waste of the estate assets the court could order them to reimburse the estate.


If an executor does not distribute the assets can those included in the will force the executor to do so?

First, remember that the executor must be appointed by the court. A person named in a will is not the executor until the will has been reviewed by the court and the court has appointed the executor. If an executor is not carrying out their duties the heirs should complain to the court immediately and ask that the executor be replaced.


What is a schedule of assets for probate?

It is a listing of all items in the estate. One of the primary duties of the executor is to inventory the estate. They also have to have the estate valued.


If the executor of an estate doesn't fulfill his duties because they can't be bothered with it does the 2nd executor automatically take over If so what if 1st decides they want to again?

The court issues a letter of authority to the executor. If they haven't applied or decline it, they are not on the letter.


What are duties of an executor in wv?

Briefly, the duties of an executor are as follows:Submit the will to the probate courtCollect the decedent's assetsPay the decedent's and estate's bills and debts, including funeral expensesPay taxes, including estate taxes and outstanding income or property taxesManage the assets of the estatePay any invoices associated with administering the estate, such as bills from appraisers, accountants and brokersDistribute the estate's assets according to the will


Is it mandatory to file an inventory with probate court fl?

Yes an inventory is part of the required duties of the executor. A full accounting of all assets and debts is required.


Can an executor keep a death benefit by law without being named as a beneficiary?

The court appointed Executor of a will is entitled to payment or monetary compensation for taking on the task of performing the executor's duties. Generally, there is a statutory rate depending on where you are located. A death benefit that has no named beneficiary would be paid over to the estate. The Executor can pay herself the statutory rate out of the assets of the estate the same as payment of any debt, before any assets can be distributed to the heirs.Apart from statutory compensation that is reported to the court, the Executor is not permitted to simply take any assets and convert them to her own use.


Does a living spouse automatically inherit executor duties?

It is not an automatic thing. They have to apply to the court just like anyone else does. It is common for the court to make such an appointment.


How can someone become an executor of an estate?

To become an executor of an estate, a person must be named as such in the deceased person's will. The executor is responsible for managing the deceased person's assets, debts, and distributing the estate according to the will's instructions. It is important for the executor to understand their duties and responsibilities, as well as any legal requirements in the jurisdiction where the estate is being administered.

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