Letting Agent Property Disposal

Summary

Letting agents in England must adhere to legal procedures and obtain consent from the executor before disposing of a deceased persons property. If there is no will, the estate is managed under intestacy rules. If the letting agent acted without legal grounds, you may have a case against them. Consider gathering all relevant documents and seeking legal advice to explore your options further.

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His friend was the executor and no will
Thanks for sharing, Paul. In England, if there is no will, the estate is handled under the rules of intestacy. Here are a few key points:
- The friend, as an executor without a will, has limited rights.
- Property disposal should follow legal procedures.
- Agents usually require executor consent for property disposal.
Did the letting agent provide any legal grounds for their actions?
No just heresay
Thanks for sharing the details, Paul. Generally, letting agents should follow legal procedures and get consent from the executor before disposing of property. If they acted without legal grounds, you may have a case against them.
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Paul, it seems like you might have a valid case against the letting agent for disposing of your brother’s property without following proper legal procedures. You may want to consider gathering all relevant documents and seeking legal advice to explore your options further.