Everything series.

Includes index

Serving as an executor and/or trustee -- The fiduciary standards that apply to executors and trustees -- Passing property and the estate settlement process -- Preparing for the administration of the estate -- Phase one of administering the estate -- Administering the estate : taxes and more -- From maintaining records to closing the estate -- Definition of a trust and the responsibilities of a trustee -- Preparing for the administration of the trust -- Setting up a continuing trust for administration -- Income tax returns and other related issues -- How to manage the trust's investment portfolio -- How to manage trust real estate assets -- Managing businesses and other property interests -- Distributing income and principal -- Expenses, accounting records, and termination of the trust -- Managing other types of irrevocable trusts -- Do You Need Help?

Being appointed the task of carrying out the terms of a will or trust is daunting, especially if it's your first time. Wilson takes the worry out of the process and provides information on important responsibilities that must be performed after a loved one dies