CA Prob Code Section 10000

Subject to the limitations, conditions, and requirements of this chapter, the personal representative may sell real or personal property of the estate in any of the following cases:

(a)

Where the sale is necessary to pay debts, devises, family allowance, expenses of administration, or taxes.

(b)

Where the sale is to the advantage of the estate and in the best interest of the interested persons.

(c)

Where the property is directed by the will to be sold.

(d)

Where authority is given in the will to sell the property.