What if the Decedent Signed a Contract to Sell Real Property but then Died Before Closing?
In this circumstance, the personal representative of the estate can be given authority by the Court to execute closing documents to consummate the sale as intended by the Decedent. The personal representative in essence functions as an agent of the Decedent. However, be aware that most title insurance companies still require each of the heirs or beneficiaries of the decedent to join in the conveyance to avoid potential conflict.
