If I don’t want to be an executor what should I do?
If I decide being an Executor is not for me? It is of course possible for you to change your mind about being an Executor. The best time to do this is of course when…
When I distribute the estate is there anything I should look out for?
You should have published a notice of the passing of the deceased in the London Gazette and set a timeframe for potential beneficiaries of the estate to make you aware of their claim on the…
As an executor does it matter how long it takes to do my job?
There are no firm timescales on when the funeral should take place but until it is done you will find everything else is much harder to do so normally this is the first significant act…
As Executor do I need a bank account?
The deceased bank account will be frozen so is no longer an option for paying bills or collecting money so you may need one. The account will be opened in your name, and you will…
Once I get probate what do I do?
The Grant of Probate document allows you to move forward with your role as Executor and start to arrange for the distribution of the estate to the beneficiaries. First thing to pay is any taxes…