There is a common misconception that probate is only necessary if the deceased died without a Will. This is not true. Probate is the process whereby an individual’s appointment as an Estate Trustee (the new name for an executor or administrator) is confirmed by the Court. The Estate Trustee is the person responsible for administering […]
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1. Having a will enables you to decide who benefits – and who doesn’t – from your estate. 2. You can name the executors of your estate and guardians for your children in your will, decide at what age your children will receive their share, and make special provisions for disabled beneficiaries 3. You will […]
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