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It is certainly a possibility. If the executor responsibly believes that the value of the home will be greatly enhanced to the benefit of the estate, they could do so. It would increase the value of the estate and allow more debts to be paid and get more money for the heirs.
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Can an executor fix home with estate funds?
If the home is a part of the estate, they certainly may do so. The executor is responsible for all the assets of the estate. That would include reasonable repairs to a home.
If a decedents home is left out of their trust is the executor still liable to pay the mortgage?
The home is a part of the estate. It does not matter that it is or is not in a trust. The executor is responsible for taking care of all of the assets of the estate.
Can the executor of the estate transfer ownership of home to executor with consent of living owner?
You can't be the executor of an estate if the individual is still living. Property transfers are done the same as any other time.
In Texas what is an executor of a will responable for paying until the will is probated of the home of the estate?
Personally they are not responsible for anything. As the executor of the estate, they are responsible for maintaining the estate so most utilities are going to be good.
In NJ can an executor sell the estate's home without the signatures of all named beneficiaries?
No, an executor cannot sell the estate home without the signatures of all involved. This isn't legal or possible in New Jersey.
Is an executor entitled to a commission on the estate if the home is left to him and the money is to be distributed among 3 siblings?
No. The executor gets no commissions. They get paid a fee set by the state.You need guidance from the attorney who is handling the estate. An executor is personally liable for mishandling estate property or funds.
What if you are the executor of the will m i responsible for any debts if the home was not in my name?
Being the executor does not make you personally responsible. The estate has to pay any debts. If the estate cannot pay them, the debtors do not get paid.
Can a temporary executor sell belongings and or home of deceased when estate had no will?
Certainly, that is the duty of the executor, to settle the estate, which includes liquidating assets to cover debts and distribute the proceeds in accordance with state law.
Is it against the law to enter a dead person's home?
If you are not the executor of the estate, it would be trespassing.
Can a executor do a loan mod to save the home?
The executor is required to preserve the estate. That may require a loan modification. They can also sell the property.
Can an executor live in real property and do up grades before they settle the estate?
They can certainly do so. The executor is responsible for all the assets of the estate. That would include reasonable maintenance, protection and repairs to a home.
Does executor of estate have right to live in house that is being sold in the estate?
They can live in the home if it is to the best interests of the estate. They need to pay the appropriate rent in the process.
