What is a deceased insolvent estate? | Today’s Wills and Probate – Today’s Wills & Probate
A deceased estate is insolvent when the deceased persons liabilities exceed the value of their assets. This leads to creditors being owed money by the estate, which must be repaid as far as funds allow. A hierarchy of payment exists for deceased insolvent estates. The executor, or personal representative, is responsible for ensuring debts are…