Need a bit of help navigating Probate?
Get the free guide
middle-aged executrix smiles confidently
mother talks with daughter on couch about estate planning

How to Choose the Executor of Your Estate

Dave Coffaro Photo Atticus Contributor
Dave Coffaro
Share on social media: 

You might also enjoy

A pink flower on a teal background with the Atticus logo in the bottom righthand corner

Do Executors Need an Attorney for Probate?

Can an executor navigate the probate process without a probate lawyer? Everything you need to know, consider and more... plus some helpful tips.

Read Story
three golden piggy banks stacked together denoting family legacy

11 Items You Should Never Put in a Safe Deposit Box

Safe deposit boxes can be a helpful resource in preventing the loss or theft of items that hold immense value or are difficult to replace, but they're not well suited for storing every kind of assets. Here's a list of the 11 items you should never put in a safe deposit box.

Read Story
Per Stirpes vs. Per Capita

Per Stirpes vs. Per Capita in Wills & Estates — Context + Advice

Per Stirpes refers to when a deceased beneficiary's share is split between their heirs, and Per Capita refers to that split going to the remaining beneficiaries instead.

Read Story
Our best stories, once a month.