Creating a will is the first step toward responsible estate planning. However, you must also choose an executor, the person who will carry out your will's instructions. Choosing the wrong executor ...

Conflicts of interest can lead to bias, reputational damage, and legal problems. Entities should disclose and remove themselves from conflicts to maintain transparency. Training and compliance ...

Executors across the United States regularly discover that managing a parent’s estate creates emotional crosscurrents that have little to do with legal paperwork. Even in families without ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Admitted NY Bar and US Tax Court, covers US international tax law. Serving as the executor of an estate is not just an ...

Lawrence "Larry" Sprung is the founder and lead wealth advisor at Mitlin Financial, Inc®. Since establishing the firm in 2004, Larry has prioritized personalized financial planning for families. His ...