HRS §560:3-711
Personal representative's power over estate property
While the personal representative is in charge, they can control the estate's property like an owner, but they must use it for the benefit of creditors and others with a stake in the estate. They can act without court approval or notice.
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The statute, as written — Powers of personal representatives; in general
Until termination of appointment a personal representative has the same power over the title to property of the estate that an absolute owner would have, in trust however, for the benefit of the creditors and others interested in the estate. This power may be exercised without notice, hearing, or order of court.
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