Probate Code section 10160

The estate is not liable to an agent, broker, or auctioneer under a contract for the sale of property or for any fee, commission, or other compensation or expenses in connection with a sale of property unless the following requirements are satisfied:

(a)

An actual sale is made.

(b)

If court confirmation or approval is required, the sale is confirmed or approved by the court as required.

(c)

The sale is consummated.

Source: Section 10160, https://leginfo.­legislature.­ca.­gov/faces/codes_displaySection.­xhtml?lawCode=PROB§ionNum=10160.­ (updated Jan. 1, 1990; accessed Jun. 25, 2025).

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