DEAR JEFF: My father died, and my sister is the executor of the estate. I know they have been to court, but nothing else has really been done in the case. Isn’t she supposed to file an inventory? How ...

Executors are expected to make prudent decisions about how to liquidate an estate, but what if it’s not as valuable as they think? By Ronda Kaysen Q: I’m the executor of my mother’s estate. The sale ...

As our population ages, more people are taking on the role of executor of a loved one’s estate. For most of us, that means starting at square one, and asking what an executor actually does. Sara ...

Q. I am the co-executor of my mom’s estate, which is the proceeds from the sale of her home in New Jersey. Is the executor(s) required to sign a release and refunding bond? How long should I wait ...

although everyone, I hope you're doing well and enjoying this pretty warm weather we've been having over the last few weeks. This week's subject is settling into state. So usually when someone is ...

Both my parents died a few years apart when I was in my 30s. I wasn't prepared to be the executor of their estate, but have learned a lot in doing so. You will need plenty of death certificates and to ...