Property Ownership
A Pennsylvania property that is part of an estate must typically be sold by:
AThe deceased owner's lender
BThe personal representative (executor or administrator) of the estate with court approval if required✓ Correct
CPREC-appointed trustee only
DThe county tax claim bureau
Explanation
When a Pennsylvania property owner dies, the estate's personal representative (executor named in the will, or administrator appointed by the court) has authority to sell estate property. Probate court approval may be required depending on the estate's circumstances and the will's provisions.
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