Benjamin Franklin once said that nothing is certain except for death and taxes. For many people, the awareness of the first certainty spurs them to make an estate plan, which necessitates several ...

One of the essential steps in the probate process is filing an inventory of all the assets that are part of the estate. This job is the responsibility of the executor, and it’s often no small feat. It ...

Mrs. Elizabeth Evans was known for her warmth, wisdom, and impeccable organisational skills. With her passing, the responsibility of managing her estate and fulfilling her final wishes fell upon her ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Ashley L. Case, J.D., LL.M., writes about tax and estate planning. It’s hardly cause for celebration. You’re the executor of an ...