My father’s estate was awarded $50K in a class-action lawsuit. My brother, as executor, kept the money. What can we do?

M y pop passed away in 2000. His estate was awarded $50,000 in a class-action lawsuit over his cause of death. My brother was ...

What are common reasons for probate delays?

Inheritance Funding reports probate delays can arise from will disputes, incomplete documents, complex assets, outstanding ...
JD Supra

Your comprehensive guide to appointing an executor

Appointing the right executor is one of the most important decisions when preparing a Will. Executors play a central role in the administration of an estate including applying for probate safeguarding ...
SFGate

Executor of Estate: What Do They Do?

The executor of an estate is someone who wraps up a deceased individual’s financial affairs. If the deceased has a will, the will usually names a close relative, friend, accountant, attorney or ...
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Being executor of relative’s will can be a challenge

Dear Savvy Senior: My aunt recently asked me to be the executor of her will when she dies. I’m flattered that she asked, but I’m not sure what exactly the job entails. What can you tell me about this?

I received an inheritance from my father’s estate, but the executor wants me to give it back. What should I do?

In June 2022, my childhood home in New Jersey was sold and I was due to receive 20% of my father’s 50% stake in the home. My ...
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I'm a Beneficiary. Can I Sue an Executor?

When someone dies, others may be called on to manage their estate. An executor is charged with overseeing the distribution of someone’s assets according to the will or state inheritance laws if they ...
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Executor Mishandling the Estate? Watch for These Warning Signs:

When it comes to handling your loved one’s estate, the executor has a series of important duties and responsibilities. If you suspect an executor is mishandling their responsibilities or mismanaging ...
NerdWallet

Executor of a Will: Rights and Responsibilities

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 ...

My daughter’s father died, but her stepmother is mum on his estate — which is about $2,000,000. We're unsure if there's a will. What are our options?

Since her dad’s death, Angie’s stepmom has cut off communication and withheld all information about his estate, which her ...
MarketWatch

I’m the executor of my mother’s will. She left $160,000 in a secret savings account. Should I tell my siblings?

She had carefully planned her estate so that there would be no surprises. She had even prepaid all funeral expenses. I have power of attorney for her estate. She had 2 IRAs that were dispersed equally ...

‘She did a lot of things behind my back’: My father excluded me from his will. My ‘sneaky’ sister, his executor, is to blame.

I was not provided with any information, including the copy of our father’s death certificate, a copy of the will and/or ...