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, ...

The executor’s job is to step into the shoes of the deceased and ensure that assets are distributed according to the will, or, in the absence of one, in line with the laws of intestacy. It’s a role ...

For an estate plan to be complete and successful, vital information must be provided to the people who will implement it.

'My brother retains the money awarded to my father to this day. My mom is still alive.' "In New York state, shouldn't the money be transferred over to my mom, since she was the sole heir in his will?" ...