Losing a loved one is never easy — and if you’ve been named executor of their will, you’re also stepping into a big responsibility. On top of your grief, you’re now in charge of managing their estate, ...

A last will and testament ensures your belongings are bequeathed to your family and your last earthly wishes are fulfilled after your death. But getting your affairs in order in the social media age ...

Estate planning can be difficult. In addition to the fact that it may bring up some uncomfortable feelings – like grappling with one’s mortality – there is also the fact that it can be a complex legal ...

What qualities might you consider when choosing an executor for your estate? Are there certain skills and characteristics he or she should have? What follows are some tips about picking someone to ...

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 ...

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 ...

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Dear Mr. Premack: A few months ago, my cousin died, and his will named me as the executor. I did some reading online and went to the library to investigate probate, and want to go to court without ...