California · Probate Code

PROB §12541: If necessary to make distribution pursuant to this article, real property in the nondomiciliary decedent’s estate may be sold and the court may order the proceeds to be distributed to the sister state

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A court may order sale of real property from a nonresident deceased person's estate and distribute proceeds to another state if needed for estate distribution.

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If necessary to make distribution pursuant to this article, real property in the nondomiciliary decedent’s estate may be sold and the court may order the proceeds to be distributed to the sister state personal representative. The sale shall be made in the same manner as other sales of real property of a decedent.

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