While it is possible, it is probably not the best choice. An actual beneficiary would be in the best position to serve.
Can an executor of will change beneficiaries before or after death
no
The widow can write a new will or simply have her attorney draft a codicil that names a new executor. The codicil should be drafted and executed with the same formality as a will and attached to it.All executors, whether named in a will or not must be appointed by the court in order to exercise any powers as an executor. In general, if the executor named in a decedent's will has died and no alternate was named, the court will appoint an executor.
The executor can file a resignation with the court and you would petition for appointment as the successor.
If you owned the property as joint tenants, filing a copy of the death certificate will usually do it. The better way is have the executor of the estate take care of it.
You can be appointed executor without knowing it. There is no requirement to share the contents of the will before death.
You can be asked to serve as both, but not at the same time. And executor cannot do anything before death and a power of attorney expires on death.
If the ex-wife is the nominated person of the policy holder, she will definitely get the death/maturity benefits, no doubt about it !
No, the executor is responsible for carrying out the decedent's wishes as spelled out in the will, but the will itself cannot be changed.
A power of attorney expires on the death of the grantor. The executor needs a letter of authority.
The beneficiary has not control over the will. The court will determine who the executor will be.
The heir's cannot appoint an executor. They can recommend one to the court, but the court decides.