Indiana Code Title 29. Probate § 29-1-15-9

Sec. 9. Perishable property and other personal property which will depreciate in value if not disposed of promptly, or which will incur loss or expense by being kept, and so much other other   1 personal property as may be necessary to provide allowance to the surviving spouse and children pending the receipt of other sufficient funds, may be sold without notice, and title shall pass without prior authorization;  but the personal representative shall be responsible for the actual value of the property unless, after making a report of such sale, and on a proper showing, the court shall approve the sale.