Having the responsibility of closing an estate requires time, patience and organization. Prior to accepting a request to be an executor, make sure you understand what your obligations will be.…
When trying to choose an executor for your estate plan, it is likely that you will think of family members before anyone else. After all, you are likely closest to…
Many people are likely familiar with the trope of families fighting over a deceased relative’s estate or will. Unfortunately, this actually happens in real life and can result in the…
Estate plans are not simple matters, and the people who oversee them – executors – do not have an easy task at hand. What exactly do these executors have to…
When someone in North Carolina appoints you the executor over his or her estate, you may find that there are many moving parts involved in the role. You have certain…
The process of settling the estate of a deceased loved one can be quite involved, and for family members who are not prepared for probate, it can be overwhelming. The…
When a person passes away and has a will, often his or her property is distributed to the beneficiaries and the estate is closed. However, in some circumstances a party…
After creating an estate plan, experts generally agree that you should review it at least every 3 years even if nothing is currently changing in your life. This allows you…
If you choose to handle the North Carolina estate of a deceased loved one, there are many responsibilities you might face, including estate administration. When an individual dies without a…
Being named a personal representative, also known as an executor, in a loved one’s will is a huge responsibility. The executor of a will has many duties, from paying beneficiaries…