Executors and Trustees

This section explains all you need to know about the role of an Executor or Trustee

Who can be an Executor and Trustee?
Anyone can be the executor or Trustee, They must be a natural person above the age of 18 years old or a Trust Company.
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What are the duties of an Executor?
Executors are the people you choose to stand in your shoes and deal with your estate after you are gone. Broadly, their duties include locating all of your...
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Who is a Trustee?
A trustee’s role differs from an executor’s, even though it is common to appoint the same people in both roles. A trustee will manage any ongoing trusts th...
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How many Executors can I have?
There must be a minimum of 1 executor appointed to your Will. You can name as many whom can act at the same time.(Octowill recommend a minimum of 2)
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Can beneficiaries be executors and trustees?
Yes, It’s quite common to name the people who will be inheriting your estate as the executor or trustee. Often we recommend outsiders as they can act ...
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Where can I find a a professional executor?
For starters, You can appoint your family or friends as your executors or trustees as long as they are adults and have mental capacity. If your estate or yo...
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