Even if you die without a will or an executor for your will, someone still has to manage your estate. The person who assumes ...

Next Avenue recently asked readers to tell us the estate planning questions they’d like us to answer. We’re now back with the experts’ views on the top question on your mind, plus — as a bonus — their ...

Far too many of us put off finalizing estate documents because we get hung-up on one or more decisions where we believe we have less than optimal choices. Over my next few posts, I will provide my ...

Being named executor of an estate may not be as certain as death and taxes, but it’s often nearly as unwelcome. “It’s a thankless job,” says Pat Simasko, an attorney and partner in the Simasko Law ...

A bereavement is bad enough; finding out later that you have been ripped off by your bank or solicitor when dealing with the estate just piles on the misery. Fees for what is known as "probate" – the ...

A loved one's debt doesn't disappear after death, so it's important to know who handles creditor communications.

The death of a parent is a difficult time, bringing out strong emotions and highlighting any underlying family tensions. Add to that the distribution of assets and the stress of probate, and there’s ...

Losing someone you love is already hard. Now imagine being the person responsible for handling everything they left behind. The paperwork, the phone calls, the decisions. It can feel like you’re ...

Q: My mother died in January 2023. My sister is the executor of her estate. When I enquire about what is going on with the probate, she gets hostile and says it's in probate court and she's waiting to ...

Holly covers personal finance topics from credit cards to wills. She enjoys turning complex money matters into clear, practical advice. Save article Set as preferred source Settling a loved one’s ...