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Allowable expenses for an executor of a will

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When a property is involved and it is over 250 miles away from where the executors of the will live, can you claim accommodation costs as well as a mileage allowance

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  • Skiddaw1
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    On presumption you need to visit the property (which I imagine you do) rather to sort everything out remotely I can't see why not. I and my husband did similar when acting as executors for a friend who lived in the north of Scotland (we were living in the south of England at the time). Obviously, we stayed in cheap accommodation (Premier Inn/Travelodge). Make sure you keep a clear record of your executor expenses in case it is ever needed.
  • Mojisola
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    When a property is involved and it is over 250 miles away from where the executors of the will live, can you claim accommodation costs as well as a mileage allowance
    I worked on the basis of "can I do the necessary work as an executor without spending money on ...."
    In this case, you need to stay over - just keep the costs reasonable and a record of everything you spend.
  • Is there any reason you cannot stay in the property? 
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