Category: Executors

Executor Dictionary A-Z

Beneficiaries – Not All Are Equal Beneficiary: one who receives benefit under a trust, insurance policy or will As an executor, you must know that not all beneficiaries have the same rights. Here are three main types of estate beneficiaries: 1. Specific Gift Beneficiary Sarah got a…
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Are Probate Problems Driving You Crazy?

If you are an executor, are you having problems probating an estate? You may be trying to figure out what you are supposed to do first. As an executor, you deal with accountants, lawyers and investment advisors. Angry and disappointed beneficiaries can make your stress levels soar….
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Executor Dictionary A-Z

I am starting a new executor (“estate trustees” in Ontario) dictionary. I am starting with this word: accounts. Accounts – What happened to the estate’s money? Accounts contain a record of an executor’s financial dealings for the estate. Accounts or an accounting are the executor’s statements or…
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Do You Need EstateTherapy™ as an Executor?

Take This Quiz – For Executors This does not diagnose, treat or replace professional advice. Things are not going well. Are you an executor handling an estate who feels: like you don’t know where to begin? overwhelmed by an estate problem? like you are coping with an…
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Choosing Executors – Free EstateTherapy.com Webinar

“Who do you want your executor to be?” Can you answer this question? When you make your will, you need to find the right answers. Why? Because your executor takes care of what is precious to you. If you have only been married once, your choice may…
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Choosing Your Executor

Originally published by CARP Magazine at 50Plus.ca Sooner or later, you will need to name your own executor or act as one for your relatives. Your family’s wealth or your own inheritance depends on making the right choices. The executor is the estate’s legal representative. This person…
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I have used Edward Olkovich for my own Will and I was the executor of my Brother-in-law’s will. My brother-in-law had a terminal illness and Edward had us devise his Will to minimize taxes and problems. Ed is located locally @ Jane and Bloor. He was very knowledgeable, friendly and thorough and has written many books on the subject. - Belinda M, Toronto

Ed is a thorough, responsive estates lawyer who I would recommend to anyone when needing a will or dealing with estate issues. - Eva S, Toronto

Dear Ed and “Team Olkovich” “Thank you for your knowledge, expertise and hard work to make our executor duties (almost) stress-free. Will miss the laughs and stories you tell so well. All our appreciation always!” - Pat, Dave & John, Toronto

Dear Ed, Thank you for all your wisdom and kindness throughout the process of settling Ann’s Estate. - Cheryl, Toronto

“The easiest professional I had to deal with to settle my parents’ needs was Ed. I told him what we needed. He was gracious with his advice and help - without delaying matters.” - Iain N., Toronto

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