Executor responsibilities in New York probate estate administration

The Executor’s Role in New York Probate: What You Need to Know

Quick Answer: An executor in New York is responsible for filing the will, notifying heirs, valuing assets, paying debts and taxes, and distributing the estate, including selling real estate when necessary. However, an executor has no legal authority to act, including signing a listing agreement, until the court issues Letters Testamentary. Written by Joann Perna,

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