Choosing the wrong Executor can cause big problems for your Estate. Here’s how to avoid common mistakes:

Being an executor of an estate is an enormously important role with a huge impact on the lives of those named in a Will, and it is vital the right person is appointed, says Anna Hacker, National Manager – Estate Planning at Australian Unity Trustees.

“Choosing an executor is one of the most important decisions in the estate planning process, but sometimes the choice is made without fully considering the consequences.

“Being an executor can be a time-consuming and complicated role and agreeing who will take on this responsibility when drafting an estate plan is vital.