Most people name an executor in their will and move on without giving it much thought. It feels like a simple decision. Choose someone you trust and assume they will handle things.
But if you take a closer look, the role of an executor is far more involved than it first appears.
An executor is responsible for carrying out your final wishes, managing your assets, dealing with creditors, and guiding your family through a legal process that can feel overwhelming. It is a position of trust, but also one that carries real responsibility.