(755 ILCS 5/20-4) (from Ch. 110 1/2, par. 20-4)
Sec. 20-4.
Sale or mortgage of decedent's real estate.) (a) By leave
of court and upon
such terms as the court directs, a representative of a decedent's estate
may sell or mortgage any
real estate or interest therein to which the decedent had claim or title,
including the oil, gas,
coal or other mineral interest therein, when it is necessary for the proper
administration of the
decedent's estate.
(b) Real estate specifically bequeathed or directed by the testator not
to be sold may not
be sold or mortgaged unless necessary for the payment of claims, expenses
of administration or
estate or inheritance taxes or the proper distribution of the estate.
(Source: P.A. 84-395.)
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