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What is excutor of the will mean?
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March 01, 2008 9:53PM
The executor of a will is the person responsible for making sure the desires of the will are carried out. They are responsible for paying off the debts and distributing the assets. They also have to pay taxes and file the appropriate reports with the probate court.
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