Q: I am Prep. for my father's estate and I am selling home, I sign my name instead of his on contract is it legally binding
House is in washington state
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A: If you signed individually, you are liable. Even as a fiduciary, you incur some liability. The contract is not that important compared to the deed. Talk to a WA attorney about what you want to do. Court authorization may be needed.
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Good afternoon,
Is it a mobile home? Is there land being sold? What does "Prep." stand for?
You need to start a probate and be appointed by the court to get the authority to sign your name instead of your deceased father's name on a contract to sell his land. If it is a mobile home without land, AND everything your father owned is worth less than $100,000, then you need a small estate affidavit instead of a probate.
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