In this episode, we dive into the critical role of executors in estate planning and how preparation before death can ease stress and avoid delays. Drawing insights from Barbara Amsden’s How to Laugh at Death & Taxes, we cover:

1. What an executor is and their legal responsibilities
2. How to choose the right executor and common myths to avoid
3. Key duties and challenges executors face
4. Why outsourcing tasks to professionals can make a big difference
5. Practical steps for willmakers and executors to prepare ahead of time

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