Executor Breach Consequences Explained

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Executors have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of beneficiaries. Misappropriating estate funds and selling assets below market value can lead to legal consequences, including lawsuits, removal as executor, and potential criminal charges. Siblings may sue for breach of fiduciary duty, seek removal, pursue criminal charges, or potentially undo the sale if fraud is proven. Consulting a lawyer for specific advice and representation is advisable.

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i was the executor for my mom‘s estate in Blue Ridge Mountain Georgia. I sold the house kept the money didn’t distribute it to my siblings. They found out how much trouble can I get into? I sold the house for less than what it was worth.
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- Executors have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries.
- Misappropriating estate funds and selling assets below market value can result in legal consequences.
- Consequences may include being sued, removal as executor, and potential criminal charges.
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I didn’t let my siblings know what I was doing and sold the property way below market price after telling them that the house was in bad shape when it wasn’t.
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****, it looks like you might be facing serious legal issues due to your actions. You could be held liable for breaching your fiduciary duty. It’s best to speak with a lawyer who can provide you with specific advice and representation based on your situation.
What can my siblings do to me? I never informed them about what I had done and have refused to give them any information about our mom’s estate. Can they get the house bsck?
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Your siblings may have several legal options:
- They can sue you for breach of fiduciary duty.
- They may seek to have you removed as executor.
- They might be able to pursue criminal charges for misappropriation.
- They can potentially undo the sale and reclaim the house if fraud or misrepresentation is proved.
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