Va. Code § 64.2-777: General powers of trustee

A. A trustee, without authorization by the court, may exercise:1. Powers conferred by the terms of the trust; and2. Except as limited by the terms of the trust:a. All powers over the trust property that an unmarried competent owner has over individually owned property;b. Any other powers appropriate to achieve the proper investment, management, and distribution of the trust property; andc. Any other powers conferred by this chapter.B. The exercise of a power is subject to the fiduciary duties prescribed by this article.C. Any reference in a trust instrument incorporating the powers authorized under § 64.2-105 shall not be construed to limit powers a trustee may exercise pursuant to this section, unless the settlor expressly states in the trust instrument that such reference should be so construed.2005, c. 935, § 55-548.15; 2012, c. 614.