{"id":3381,"date":"2026-01-14T07:35:39","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T12:35:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/?p=3381---9691b02d-6066-468e-aa4d-2fe6cb3ccad9"},"modified":"2026-01-14T07:35:39","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T12:35:39","slug":"what-you-need-to-know-about-managing-your-loved-ones-estate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/what-you-need-to-know-about-managing-your-loved-ones-estate\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Need to Know About Managing Your Loved One\u2019s Estate"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Managing a loved one\u2019s personal affairs after they die can be overwhelming. Often there are several tasks that need to be completed after the funeral, and the process can be complex and time-consuming especially for family members coping with grief and loss. Using a checklist is a good way to keep things organized when settling a deceased person\u2019s estate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After a death, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2018\/09\/19\/the-ultimate-funeral-planning-checklist\/\">planning a funeral<\/a> usually takes precedence and settling the estate comes afterwards. There are certain duties that should be addressed immediately, such as taking care of dependent children, tending to pets, and securing the home but generally the majority of estate management tasks follow a <a href=\"https:\/\/estateexec.com\/Docs\/Timeline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">timeline<\/a> of about 6-18 months to completion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-does-an-executor-do\">What Does an Executor Do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main job of settling a loved one\u2019s personal affairs is performed by the executor. An estate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/21\/what-to-know-when-choosing-an-executor\/\">executor<\/a> is the person responsible for managing the legal and financial affairs of the decedent and making sure all assets and property are distributed according to instructions set out in the will. While the role of executor isn\u2019t exactly a walk in the park, the chosen person does not need to be an expert in estate law or accounting and can obtain outside professional assistance to execute the will successfully.&nbsp;\r\n    <div class=\"single-content-banner\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"single-content-banner__shortcode\">\r\n                            <div class=\"input-search-wrapper input-search-wrapper--bottom\">\r\n            <h2 class=\"title-search\">See funeral home prices in your area<\/h2>\r\n            <div class=\"input-search search-home\">\r\n                <input placeholder=\"Enter your City or ZIP Code\" type=\"search\" class=\"addressMain\">\r\n                <button type=\"submit\" class=\"blue-button\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/funeralocity\/dist\/images\/icons\/search-button.svg\">Search\r\n                <\/button>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <span class=\"small-text\">Use zip code for more precise search results<\/span>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Executors can also use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.estateexec.com\/offer\/ip?a=foc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EstateExec online software<\/a> to simplify the estate administration process. This user-friendly online tool provides automated guidance on legal requirements, calculates estate accounting and financial values, and keeps track of time-sensitive reporting deadlines.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-first-things-first\">First Things First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are the executor of your loved one\u2019s estate, here is a list of what you should do as soon as possible within the first week after death:<\/p>\r\n    <div class=\"single-content-banner\">\r\n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/funeralocity.com\/average-funeral-price\" class=\"single-content-banner__image\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"desktop\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Banner_1_desktop.png\" alt=\"Compare the cost of funerals in your city\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tablet\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Banner_1_tablet.png\" alt=\"Compare the cost of funerals in your city\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mobile\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Banner_1_mobile.png\" alt=\"Compare the cost of funerals in your city\">\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Inform family members and close friends.<\/li><li>Notify employers and\/or business partners.<\/li><li>Locate the deceased person\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/28\/a-simple-checklist-to-help-you-get-started-on-writing-a-will\/\">will<\/a> or estate planning documents.<\/li><li>Secure the deceased person\u2019s home and assets.<\/li><li>Order multiple copies of the death certificate.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-executor-tasks-in-the-first-month\">Executor Tasks in the First Month<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting things in order in the first month after the death is a key component of effective estate management:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Review the contents of the will\/estate plan and determine if you will need help from a lawyer or financial professional.<\/li><li>Conduct a full inventory of estate assets\/property and secure valuable items as necessary.<\/li><li>Keep things running smoothly, e.g., pay monthly bills, protect and maintain unoccupied property.<\/li><li>Provide the court with a copy of the will.<\/li><li>Notify the Social Security Administration.<\/li><li>Publish a public notice of death.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-executor-tasks-in-the-first-three-months\">Executor Tasks in the First Three Months<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the executor&#8217;s work takes place within the first few months after death occurs, while other tasks such as filing estate taxes have later due dates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Begin the probate process if applicable.<\/li><li>Appraise the estate to determine all assets and liabilities.<\/li><li>Notify the deceased person\u2019s heirs.<\/li><li>Notify creditors.<\/li><li>Notify life insurance, financial services, retirement, and other agencies as necessary.<\/li><li>Manage the estate\u2014open an estate account, distribute property, pay debts and taxes, resolve disputes, and finalize the estate closeout process.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-executor-duties-made-easy\">Executor Duties Made Easy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An executor should be well-organized and possess strong communication skills in order to effectively manage their estate administration duties from start to finish. Whether you are a first-time executor or an established professional, EstateExec\u2122 can help you avoid common mistakes in estate management and ease the burden of executor responsibilities. Find out how to get started with their detailed <a href=\"https:\/\/estateexec.com\/Docs\/Guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Executor\u2019s Guide<\/a>.\r\n    <div class=\"single-content-banner\">\r\n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/funeralocity.com\/cremationclub\" class=\"single-content-banner__image\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"desktop\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Banner_2_desktop.png\" alt=\"Advanced directive planning - for peace of mind\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tablet\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Banner_2_tablet.png\" alt=\"Advanced directive planning - for peace of mind\">\r\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mobile\" src=\"https:\/\/www.funeralocity.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Banner_2_mobile.png\" alt=\"Advanced directive planning - for peace of mind\">\r\n                <\/a>\r\n                        <\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The task of an executor can be stressful and time consuming. Using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetapp.com\/?utm_source=memoria&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=funeralocity\">Sunset app<\/a> can make it simple. Sunset can help you instantly discover the estate assets and automate the process of closing those assets down and distributing them according to the will or probate. The asset discovery tool is free to use, and available on both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetapp.com\/welcome?utm_source=memoria&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=funeralocity\">iPhone<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetapp.com\/welcome?utm_source=memoria&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=funeralocity\">Android<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What do I do if my loved one didn\u2019t have a will?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without a will in place, families can spend $12,000 or more for an attorney to settle their loved one\u2019s estate. 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