Aaron Broverman is the Managing Editor of Forbes Advisor Canada. He has almost 20 years of experience writing in the personal finance space for outlets such as Bankrate, Bankrate Canada, ...

Choosing an executor of a will is an important part of estate planning. An executor ensures the will is carried out according to the wishes of its author. Many or all of the products on this page are ...

When someone passes away, it’s up to their executor to handle the probate process. But what happens if the executor of a will dies? While that’s a rarity, it can create complications as someone else ...

Q. My father passed in 2019. My youngest sister is executor. There is another sister and also a son he had with his girlfriend. We agreed to a four-way even split for the four children. Is the ...

The executor of a will is in charge of making sure the wishes of the deceased are carried out, as well as handling the final affairs of the estate. The executor has authority from the county probate ...

Being either a successor trustee or an executor is often a big commitment that may last for years. You’ll be required to manage the trust assets, pay final bills and creditors and communicate with ...

Being named an executor is no small task. It’s a role filled with responsibilities that can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one. Executors have a list of ...

A lot of clients who I meet with want to ask their children if they are willing to be the executor for their estate (should they need an executor). Rarely does a client who asks their child if they ...

I have found myself in quite a doozy as I have power of attorney for a 90-year-old aunt with no lineal descendants - meaning she has no children - and a deceased husband. Eventually, I will become the ...