What must be true for an individual to be appointed as an administrator of an estate?

For an individual to be appointed as an administrator of an estate, it is true that they do not need to have a will. In situations where a deceased person has not left a will, known as dying intestate, the court will appoint an administrator to manage the estate according to the laws of intestate succession. This means the individual can be appointed to carry out the necessary legal and financial responsibilities associated with administering the estate without the prerequisite of a will being in place.

Other statements, such as needing a law degree, being a family member of the deceased, or having real estate experience, are not requirements for someone to be appointed as an administrator. The primary consideration is that the individual is eligible and willing to administer the estate, which can include non-family members and those without formal legal training or specific experience in real estate.