Executors of wills at risk of corruption?

Executors of wills should be trustworthy individuals prepared and able to carry out the important task of estate administration in the event of the death of a loved one.

Individuals may wish to use professional Executor services, as ClaimsFinancial.co.uk reports unscrupulous will-writing firms have hit the news recently for fraudulent handling of testaments, with self-appointed Executors able to take large sums of money from the estate.

The majority of legal services providers offer high-quality work, but using a well known company should ensure making a will is simple and reassures individuals their wishes will be honoured after they have passed away.

Current discussions on the future of will-writing services may mean members of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales are able to offer probate advice, Accountancy Age recently reported.

However, established legal providers may still be better placed to advise, drawing on the benefit of specialist knowledge and experience.