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Does executor have ruling over sale of house in an deceased estate?

Yes, the executor has the authority to manage and oversee the sale of a house in a deceased estate. The executor is responsible for handling the deceased person's assets, including the sale of property, according to the terms of the will or state laws if there is no will. The executor must act in the best interest of the estate and its beneficiaries.


What happens in Texas when the executor of the will was incarcerated for a felony?

In Texas, if the executor of a will is incarcerated for a felony, they may be disqualified from serving as executor. It will be up to the court to determine if a new executor should be appointed to handle the estate administration.


Can an executor file a claim against the estate in Kentucky?

Since the executor has the authority to handle the assets of the estate, pay any debts, and collect a statutory fee for their services before the legacies are paid the executor would have no reason to file a claim against the estate. They would be filing a claim against themselves in their capacity as the executor. You need to provide more details.


What is legal age to be an executor of an estate in New York State?

In New York State, the legal age to be an executor of an estate is 18 years old. Any adult over the age of 18 can serve as an executor to manage and distribute the assets of an estate according to the deceased's wishes.


How long after a death does the executor have to settle the estate in Illinois?

In Illinois, there is no strict deadline for the executor to settle the estate after a death. However, it is generally expected that the executor will complete the process within a year of being appointed. Delays could occur due to the complexity of the estate or legal challenges.

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Can one be an executor of probate but not the estate?

There is no executor of probate. The executor of the estate executes the will and probates the estate.


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What is the estate executor fee in Arkansas?

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Does the executor work for the beneficiary?

No, the executor works for the estate. The estate will pay the executor a reasonable fee. The beneficiary has limited direction that they can give the executor.


What happens to the assets due to an executor if the executor of a will dies?

They become part of his estate. The executor of his estate would file the claim against the first estate.


What is the fee an executor of an estate receives in Colorado?

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Does the executor receive the estate in the UK?

No, the beneficiaries receive the estate. An executor could be a beneficiary


Can an executor be held personally liable for the estate tax?

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Who does the executor account to after probate?

No one, unless some malpractice is discovered on the part of the executor after the estate is closed and sues the executor. Once the estate is distributed and a final account is filed and approved the executor is discharged and the estate is closed. After that, the executor has no authority.


Who can be the executor of the estate?

Anyone that is of legal age can be an executor.


Can executor sell your property in Maryland?

An executor can only sell the property in the estate. If it is in the estate, it does not belong to you.


Does the Executor of the estate sign the decedents name and then sign as the executor of the estate?

No. The executor must be appointed by the probate court and signs their own name as the executor of the estate. For example: " John Smith, executor of the estate of John Doe." Be sure to add that designation, especially when signing contracts on behalf of the estate, so you do not unintentionally obligate yourself personally in any transaction you carry on for the estate.