Even if you die without a will or without naming an executor in your will, someone still has to take charge of managing and closing your estate. The person who assumes this role is typically called an ...

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, ...

An executor is responsible for managing the deceased's finances, settling debts and distributing assets as outlined in the will. Tasks of an executor include notifying authorities, closing accounts ...

The executor of an estate is someone who wraps up a deceased individual’s financial affairs. If the deceased has a will, the will usually names a close relative, friend, accountant, attorney or ...