California · Probate Code
PROB §10517: The personal representative has the power to convey or transfer real or personal property to complete a contract entered into by the decedent to convey or transfer the property.
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A personal representative may convey or transfer a decedent's real or personal property to fulfill a contract the decedent made to convey or transfer that property.
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