Executor Insights

Get important insights on the executor role from the articles below. The articles featured on this blog are a complement to the executor plan you’ll get here on Executor.org when you sign up.

Five Things I Wish I Knew Before Becoming an Executor

When I took on the executor role, I didn’t really know a lot about what the executor duties were.  I thought it would be simple–just follow the will and hand out the assets according to those instructions. But the will did not say where every possession should go and there were the instructions of the…

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Think Before Tossing Part 2

When you are collecting important documents for your executor, do you need to organize and save your stock records?

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Advice for Executors Selling Real Property

What you need to know when listing real property as an executor of an estate Check with a reputable Real Estate Agent in your area. Experience is key when selecting an agent for an estate property. You need someone who has been around long enough to help you navigate the transaction and make recommendations for…

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Executor or Trustee

What’s the difference between an executor and trustee, and why does it matter?

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What is a Legal Guardian?

What is a legal guardian and who might need one? Here is the basic introduction an executor needs to know.

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Using Legal Guardianship in Estate Planning

Should you put plans for a legal guardian in your will? Here are the things to consider so you can make your wishes are known and followed.

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Does the Executor Handle Life Insurance?

Does the executor handle life insurance? To answer this question you must understand the executor role relates to the probate estate.

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Seven Steps to Writing a Eulogy Speech – Executor Duties 101

“Seven Steps to Writing a Eulogy Speech” is part of Executor Duties 101, a series by Executor.org that highlights steps in the process of settling an estate. When someone dies, it is natural to reflect on their lives and the role they played in yours. If you are named as an executor, you likely had…

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Legal Guardianship, Executors, and Powers of Attorney

Learn about the relationship between a legal guardian, an executor, and your estate. Also consider which vehicle–legal guardianship or powers of attorney–is right for your needs as you engage in estate planning.

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