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Drew Jackson at 17:43, 9 April 2017

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	[[File:Being an Executor cover image.jpg\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]''[[Being an Executor]]'' is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. The information reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.		[[File:Being an Executor cover image.jpg\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]''[[Being an Executor]]'' is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. The information reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.

	At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This ~~resource~~ explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. It is not intended as legal advice. For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help]]" section.		At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This publication explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. '''It is not intended as legal advice.''' For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help]]" section.

	We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.		We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.

Drew Jackson at 17:19, 27 January 2017

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	[[File:Being an Executor cover image.jpg\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]~~This~~ [[Being an Executor~~\|publication~~]] ~~from [[People~~'~~s Law School]]~~ is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. ~~This edition~~ reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.		[[File:Being an Executor cover image.jpg\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]''[[Being an Executor]]'' is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. The information reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.

	~~The~~ information ~~is produced for educational purposes and~~ is not intended as legal advice. ~~If you need advice about~~ a specific legal problem, ~~please~~ contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help]]" section.		At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This resource explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. It is not intended as legal advice. For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help]]" section.

	We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.		We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.

Drew Jackson at 02:49, 21 December 2016

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	[[File:Being an Executor cover image.jpg\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]This [[Being an Executor\|publication]] from [[People's Law School]] is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. This edition reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.		[[File:Being an Executor cover image.jpg\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]This [[Being an Executor\|publication]] from [[People's Law School]] is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. This edition reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.

	The information is produced for educational purposes and is not intended as legal advice. If you need advice about a specific legal problem, please contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the [[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help ~~section~~]].		The information is produced for educational purposes and is not intended as legal advice. If you need advice about a specific legal problem, please contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help]]" section.

	We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the [[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary ~~section~~]] for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.		We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.

	=== People's Law School ===		=== People's Law School ===

Drew Jackson at 20:15, 19 February 2016

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	=== People's Law School ===		=== People's Law School ===
	[[People's Law School]] is a non-profit society in British Columbia, ~~passionate about~~ making the law accessible to everyone. We provide free education and information to help people effectively deal with the legal problems of daily life.		[[People's Law School]] is a non-profit society in British Columbia, dedicated to making the law accessible to everyone. We provide free education and information to help people effectively deal with the legal problems of daily life.

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Drew Jackson at 00:52, 13 February 2016

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	[[File:Being an Executor cover image.~~png~~\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]This [[Being an Executor\|publication]] from [[People's Law School]] is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. This edition reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.		[[File:Being an Executor cover image.jpg\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]This [[Being an Executor\|publication]] from [[People's Law School]] is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. This edition reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.

	The information is produced for educational purposes and is not intended as legal advice. If you need advice about a specific legal problem, please contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the [[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help section]].		The information is produced for educational purposes and is not intended as legal advice. If you need advice about a specific legal problem, please contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the [[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help section]].

Drew Jackson at 22:20, 12 February 2016

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	We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the [[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary section]] for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.		We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the [[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary section]] for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.


	=== People's Law School ===		=== People's Law School ===

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-==What is an executor==
+The information is produced for educational purposes and is not intended as legal advice. If you need advice about a specific legal problem, please contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the [[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor|Where to Get Help section]].
-An executor is the person named in a will to carry out the directions contained in the will. The executor is responsible for settling the person’s affairs after death. The person’s estate passes temporarily to the executor.
+We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the  [[Glossary for Being an Executor|Glossary section]] for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.
-==Being an executor==
+=== People's Law School ===
+[[People's Law School]] is a non-profit society in British Columbia, passionate about making the law accessible to everyone. We provide free education and information to help people effectively deal with the legal problems of daily life.
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Marisa Chandler: /* Does an executor get paid? */

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	===Does an executor get paid?===		===Does an executor get paid?===

	Any expenses the executor has while settling the estate are paid for out of the estate. Examples of expenses are photocopying, postage, and long-distance phone calls.		Any expenses the executor has while settling the estate are paid for out of the estate. Examples of expenses are: photocopying, postage, and long-distance phone calls.

	Sometimes the will states the executor’s fee. This is the maximum the executor can receive. If the will does not list any fee, the executor may take up to five percent of the gross value of the estate and five percent of the income. The amount depends on how much work is involved and whether the executor hires professional help or does it all him or herself. In cases where the executor continues to act over a long period, the executor may also receive an annual care and management fee of .4% of the estate.		Sometimes the will states the executor’s fee. This is the maximum the executor can receive. If the will does not list any fee, the executor may take up to five percent of the gross value of the estate and five percent of the income. The amount depends on how much work is involved and whether the executor hires professional help or does it all him or herself. In cases where the executor continues to act over a long period, the executor may also receive an annual care and management fee of .4% of the estate.

Marisa Chandler: /* Does an executor get paid? */

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	Sometimes the will states the executor’s fee. This is the maximum the executor can receive. If the will does not list any fee, the executor may take up to five percent of the gross value of the estate and five percent of the income. The amount depends on how much work is involved and whether the executor hires professional help or does it all him or herself. In cases where the executor continues to act over a long period, the executor may also receive an annual care and management fee of .4% of the estate.		Sometimes the will states the executor’s fee. This is the maximum the executor can receive. If the will does not list any fee, the executor may take up to five percent of the gross value of the estate and five percent of the income. The amount depends on how much work is involved and whether the executor hires professional help or does it all him or herself. In cases where the executor continues to act over a long period, the executor may also receive an annual care and management fee of .4% of the estate.

	Sometimes the will leaves the executor a special gift for doing the job. In this case, he or she will get an executor’s fee as well, but only if the will says so. The executor may prefer to take a gift rather than a fee because a fee is taxable but the gift (ie. ~~jewelry~~, cash, or real estate given under the will) is not.		Sometimes the will leaves the executor a special gift for doing the job. In this case, he or she will get an executor’s fee as well, but only if the will says so. The executor may prefer to take a gift rather than a fee because a fee is taxable but the gift (ie. jewellery, cash, or real estate given under the will) is not.

	Often an executor does not accept a fee. This is common if the executor is a spouse, family member, or close friend. An executor who is also a beneficiary may apply for a fee, unless the will says that this cannot happen. If there is more than one executor, the fee is split, but not always equally.		Often an executor does not accept a fee. This is common if the executor is a spouse, family member, or close friend. An executor who is also a beneficiary may apply for a fee, unless the will says that this cannot happen. If there is more than one executor, the fee is split, but not always equally.

Marisa Chandler: /* Does an executor get paid? */

2015-07-21T22:37:00Z

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	Sometimes the will states the executor’s fee. This is the maximum the executor can receive. If the will does not list any fee, the executor may take up to five percent of the gross value of the estate and five percent of the income. The amount depends on how much work is involved and whether the executor hires professional help or does it all him or herself. In cases where the executor continues to act over a long period, the executor may also receive an annual care and management fee of .4% of the estate.		Sometimes the will states the executor’s fee. This is the maximum the executor can receive. If the will does not list any fee, the executor may take up to five percent of the gross value of the estate and five percent of the income. The amount depends on how much work is involved and whether the executor hires professional help or does it all him or herself. In cases where the executor continues to act over a long period, the executor may also receive an annual care and management fee of .4% of the estate.

	Sometimes the will leaves the executor a special gift for doing the job. In this case, he or she will get an executor’s fee as well, but only if the ~~Will~~ says so. The executor may prefer to take a gift rather than a fee because a fee is taxable but the gift ie. jewelry, cash, or real estate given under the will is not.		Sometimes the will leaves the executor a special gift for doing the job. In this case, he or she will get an executor’s fee as well, but only if the will says so. The executor may prefer to take a gift rather than a fee because a fee is taxable but the gift (ie. jewelry, cash, or real estate given under the will) is not.

	Often an executor does not accept a fee. This is common if the executor is a spouse, family member, or close friend. An executor who is also a beneficiary may apply for a fee, unless the will says that this cannot happen. If there is more than one executor, the fee is split, but not always equally.		Often an executor does not accept a fee. This is common if the executor is a spouse, family member, or close friend. An executor who is also a beneficiary may apply for a fee, unless the will says that this cannot happen. If there is more than one executor, the fee is split, but not always equally.

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	[[File:Being an Executor cover image.jpg\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]''[[Being an Executor]]'' is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. The information reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.		[[File:Being an Executor cover image.jpg\|thumb\|275px\|right\|<span style="font-size:50%;">Image via www.istock.com</span>]]''[[Being an Executor]]'' is for people who have been appointed as executor in a will. It covers the steps involved in British Columbia in dealing with an estate after a person dies, including the procedure to probate the will. The information reflects the [http://canlii.ca/t/8mhj ''Wills, Estates and Succession Act''], which became law in 2014.

	At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This ~~resource~~ explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. It is not intended as legal advice. For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help]]" section.		At [[People's Law School]], we believe accurate, plain English information can help people take action to work out their legal problems. This publication explains in a general way the law that applies in British Columbia. '''It is not intended as legal advice.''' For help with a specific legal problem, contact a legal professional. Some sources of legal help are highlighted in the "[[Where to Get Help for Being an Executor\|Where to Get Help]]" section.

	We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.		We have tried to use clear language throughout. See the "[[Glossary for Being an Executor\|Glossary]]" section for definitions of key legal terms, which are also bolded in the text.