[WSBAPT] PR needs to travel for estate?

[Dalynne Singleton]

I have objected to some travel expenses when the Administrator was out of state and paid for flights and meals to include her husband.
But, for the most part, these appear to be approved by the court if the Administrator indicates estate work was done and it was something necessitating it was done in person.

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From: wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com <wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com> On Behalf Of Nick Pleasants
Sent: Thursday, April 13, 2023 11:51 AM
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Subject: Re: [WSBAPT] PR needs to travel for estate?

Eric,
In my experience, PR's reasonable travel expenses will be approved. I've objected when PR came out for the funeral and wanted flights reimbursed, but PR managed to claim some work was done on the inventory/cleanup while they were here, and court approved. Never seen PR's travel reduced or denied.
Best,
Nick

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From: wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com<mailto:wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com> <wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com<mailto:wsbapt-bounces at lists.wsbarppt.com>> On Behalf Of Eric Nelsen
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Subject: [WSBAPT] PR needs to travel for estate?

Is there a consensus on whether or not a PR's travel expenses are reimbursable by the Estate? PR lives out of state, east coast, and has to come here to deal with property located in the state, including a house and a motor vehicle. Are plane flights reimbursable (commercial, not first class)? Reasonable hotel expense if there's no other place to stay? Meals?

I recall the rule being generally that expenses that are reasonably necessary are reimbursable, but I also recall that travel expenses is one of those gray areas at times.

Sincerely,

Eric

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