I received an inheritance from my father’s estate, but the executor wants me to give it back. What should I do?

I am not a beneficiary of the other properties; I was only entitled to a portion from the sale of my childhood home. Still, ...
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Standard Probate Fees | Factors and How to Minimize

Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person's estate is managed and distributed. When someone passes away, their assets, which include properties, possessions, and finances, are not ...
Kiplinger

Simple Ways to Make Your Executor's Job Less of a Pain

When you eventually pass away, your estate will have to be settled by an executor, typically a family member for whom this will be a first-time experience. Actually, the term “executor” is officially ...
Biznews

Most wills fail because of one bad choice

By Malissa Conlin* Drafting a will is one of the most important steps in preserving your legacy. You’ve listed your assets, ...
Moneyweb

Executor duties: Why professional expertise matters more than family ties

Appointing a family member may feel like the right thing to do, but without the skills and experience, it can cause costly ...
Yahoo

I’m in my 70s, widowed and ready to revise my will — but how do I choose an executor when I have 3 adult kids?

Imagine this scenario: Christine is in her 70s and needs to revise her will. The last time she looked at the document, her husband was still alive and their three children were toddlers. A lot has ...
The Citizen

Three financial factors to consider when drafting a will

While a will provides a clear roadmap for how one’s assets must be distributed, it doesn’t solve the problem of liquidity – often a major issue when it comes to the costs involved in winding up an ...