2005 Rhode Island Code - § 33-9-15 — Purposes for which borrowing authorized.

    Borrowing may be authorized for any one or more of the following purposes:

   (1) To discharge any existing lien or mortgage on the real or personal estate of the decedent;

   (2) To pay the debts of the decedent;

   (3) To pay the funeral expenses;

   (4) To pay the charges of administration;

   (5) To pay the estate, inheritance, legacy, or succession taxes;

   (6) To pay the expenses of supporting the decedent's family as prescribed by law;

   (7) To pay the legacies under the will; and

   (8) For any other purpose whatsoever which the court may approve as necessary or desirable for the protection or benefit of the estate.