Executing an estate can be challenging, especially if you have never done it before. There’s a lot to do and a lot to learn. While you can receive some compensation for your time, you only have so much time in the day. So the longer it takes to execute the estate,...
The decision to create a will is an enormous one. A will makes clear the testator’s intentions regarding their estate and ensures that their assets are distributed according to their wishes. Basically, an estate executor is responsible for facilitating the probate...
A distant relative has named you executor, and you’re ambivalent about this position. On the one hand, you’re honored to be trusted with the responsibility. On the other hand, you know very little about being an executor, which overwhelms you a bit. You may wonder...