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Executor Services guides.
Practical answers to the questions families often ask. Written by Willed's specialists, no legal jargon.
- Top Tips for the Executor of a Will
So, you’ve been named as the executor of the estate. If you’re willing to take on the role, here are some tips to consider, first.
Ariella Birnbaum - Will Disputes: What happens if executors disagree?
Aside from this thing called *human nature* where disagreements *tend* to occur, executor disputes can arise for a handful of reasons. Here’s how to prevent them.
Ariella Birnbaum - Can I Change The Terms of a Will After The Testator Has Passed?
Spoiler alert: Yes, you can.
Ariella Birnbaum - A Guide to Professional Estate Administration
Dealing with the estate administration process can be daunting, demanding and emotionally draining, especially for someone having to act as an executor for the first time. Thankfully, you can leave it to the professionals to ensure the estate is administered in line with the wishes of the deceased.
Ariella Birnbaum - Looking for an executorial duties checklist? We have one for you.
Being named as an executor comes with its own set of challenges. To help ease some of the stress during an already difficult time, here’s a checklist you can follow.
Ariella Birnbaum - How do I stop someone from wasting the assets of a deceased estate?
Whether it's being spent or destroyed, here’s how you can protect your loved one’s estate from wastage.
Ariella Birnbaum - Death Administration: What is the ADNS?
Did you know that the Australian Death Notification Service (ADNS) can digitally notify multiple organisations that someone has died? Learn more in this guide below.
Ariella Birnbaum - What is an Interim Distribution of an Estate?
Sometimes it can take ages to wrap up and divide a deceased estate. In this guide, we detail what can happen in the interim.
Ariella Birnbaum - 5 Reasons to Choose a Professional Executor Service
Estate administration can be a long, time-consuming and draining process, which is why it’s often better to leave it up to the professionals.
Dave Kaplan - 3 Ways to Support an Executor
Executors have a pretty tough job. Here are our top tips for supporting someone who’s responsible for settling a deceased estate.
Ariella Birnbaum - What happens to a rental agreement when a flatmate dies?
Dealing with the death of a flatmate is undoubtedly a harrowing experience for their co-renters, as well as being a challenging situation to navigate if you’re the rental provider. You’ll be able to help by following the correct procedures with compassion and diligence in this sensitive scenario.
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