Just because someone is trustworthy doesn't mean they're the right choice. Consider whether your intended executor or trustee ...

Imagine this scenario: Christine is in her 70s and needs to revise her will. The last time she looked at the document, her husband was still alive and their three children were toddlers. A lot has ...

Q: My will names my wife as executor. If she resigns, our three children are named as backup co-executors. My wife has indicated she is not interested in serving, and she would like for our son to ...

Who can be trusted to complete your affairs when you are gone? This is the question all financial advisors should ask, but they often leave that question to an estate attorney. Danielle Miura Even ...

Creating a will is the first step toward responsible estate planning. However, you must also choose an executor, the person who will carry out your will's instructions. Choosing the wrong executor ...

I am seeking advice on selecting the executor for my husband's and my estate. We are in our 80s. We have two children, both of whom are honest and responsible. One child has acquired significant ...

My father passed away in New York about six months ago; my mother died before him. My brother and I are named as co-executors in his will. I haven’t spoken to my brother in about 10 years. Our father ...

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, ...