<i>The Executor's Guide</i> shows someone who’s wrapping up a loved one’s estate how to proceed, step by step. It explains what must be done right away and what can wait, and guides readers through a land of unfamiliar legal procedures and terminology.<br><br>It covers:<br><br><li>preparing for the job of executor or trustee <br></li><li>the first steps to take<br></li><li>claiming life insurance, Social Security and other benefits<br></li><li>making sense of a will<br></li><li>what to do if there is no will<br></li><li>how to determine whether probate is necessary<br></li><li>caring for children and their property<br></li><li>taxes<br></li><li>an overview of probate court proceedings<br></li><li>dealing with family members<br></li><li>handling trusts<br></li><li>looking up your state’s laws<br></li><li>working with lawyers, appraisers, accountants and other experts <br><br>The book contains tables that outline key points of each state's laws, the latest information on the new estate tax laws, and helpful worksheets.</li>