What happens to the Will when a person dies?
The executors will begin by making an application to the High Court. This would include making application to the High Court for the last Will to be approved for administration. Assisting in collecting and managing the estate assets, paying any outstanding debts or moneys from the estate, helping to complete a tax return for the estate, and ultimately assisting with distribution of the estate to the named beneficiaries.
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