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During what can be adifficult time, we’re here to support you through the estatejourney at CIBC.  \nWe understand that being an executor can be ademanding responsibility, and know the importance ofhaving access to information that can help you navigatethis complex journey. This guide offers an overview ofsteps you’ll need to take and includes a helpful checklist ofkey tasks as executor.  \nCIBC  \n## Table of contents\n\n1. What to expect   2  \n2. Planning ahead   4  \n3. Your first steps   5  \n4. Your well-being   7  \n5. Notifying financial institutions   8  \n6. Managing financial assets   10  \n7. Settling liabilities and filing tax returns   12  \n8. Distributing assets to beneficiaries   13  \n9. Your executor checklist   14  \n10. Glossary   20  \nEXECUTOR GUIDE | 1  \n### 1. What to expect\n\nEstates can vary in complexity. Here’s what you can expect in your role as executor.  \n| Make   | Notify applicable   | Assess the   | Consider   | Settle liabilities   | Distribute   |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n| immediate   | organizations and   | estate assets   | probate   | and file tax returns   | remaining assets   |\n| arrangements   | financial institutions  \u003Cbr>to secure accounts   | and liabilities   | to beneficiaries   |  |  |\n\nAs executor, you have the responsibility to carry out the deceased’s intentions according to the details outlined in hisor her will.  \nEstates vary in complexity, and accounts are sometimes spread across multiple financial institutions. While simpleestates may be settled easily, more complex estates typically take some time.  \nIf you take on the role, you’ll need to be prepared to handle the estate settlement from beginning to end. This includesgathering and securing all estate assets, settling liabilities (such as debts or taxes owing), completing certain taxreturns, and distributing the assets accordingly. A careful and accurate settlement takes time.  \nIf you fail to perform your duties as executor, you may be exposed to liabilities associated with any losses to the estate.We recommend you also seek help from a qualified legal advisor to understand what will be required of you if you takeon the role and to support you if you do.  \nThis guide is designed to walk you through some of the steps required to settle the estate and assist you with makingthis a smooth settlement process.  \nEXECUTOR GUIDE | 2  \nCIBC  \nTasks and responsibilities of an executor  \n• Find, protect and manage the estate assets, which includes notifying  \nfinancial institutions and others of the death and canceling regular payments Glossary:  \n• Carry out the intentions ofthe deceased as detailed in the will or in Common estate planning  \naccordance with the local estate laws terms and definitions can  \n• Maintain records of all estate -related financial transactions be found on page 20.  \n• Settle all liabilities, including making tax payments, before distributingassets to beneficiaries  \n• Communicate with beneficiaries  \n• Manage investments, real estate, creditors’claims, personal effects and business interests  \n• File tax returns for the deceased andthe estate and obtain clearance certificates as applicable  \nWhat is an estate and estate settlement?  \nAn‘estate‘ refers to all of the possessions a person leaves behind when he or she dies, including liquid investments,real property, vehicles, personal belongingsand even intangible assets such as social media accounts. Estatesettlement is the process of distributing the deceased‘s possessions according to the will or in accordance with thelocal estate laws, if there was no will. It also includes day-to-day management of all assets until they are deliveredto the beneficiaries or are closed (e.g. ","cbCaijkogOuaTd5O","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaijkogOuaTd5O","pdf",943765,23,"English","# Understanding an executor’s tasks and responsibilities\n## What to expect\n## Planning ahead\n## Your first steps\n## Your well-being\n## Notifying financial institutions\n## Managing financial assets\n## Settling liabilities and filing tax returns\n## Distributing assets to beneficiaries\n## Your executor checklist\n## Glossary","[{\"question\":\"What is the role of an executor during estate settlement?\",\"answer\":\"An executor administers the estate by carrying out the deceased’s intentions in the will, and managing and settling assets and liabilities until delivery to beneficiaries.\"},{\"question\":\"What should an executor do before the estate settlement starts?\",\"answer\":\"The guide recommends reviewing the will and responsibilities with the person who appointed you, and discussing key items such as funeral preferences, document locations, financial institutions, outstanding liabilities, insurance, and online accounts.\"},{\"question\":\"Which tasks come after notifying financial institutions?\",\"answer\":\"After notifications, the executor manages estate assets, settles liabilities and files required tax returns, then distributes remaining assets to beneficiaries.\"}]","Executor guide - step-by-step estate settlement responsibilities | PDF",1790819651,58]