Suppose when your great uncle Jim died, you did not know you were appointed executor of his estate or that he was a hoarder. You had heard of hoarding as a national problem and maybe even listened to the television series. If you found yourself in this situation or it might occur in the future, what information should you know and how should you handle it?
âFirst, decide if you should accept the job,â Katzner notes âIf you live in another city or have overwhelming family responsibilities, think twice about administering a hoarderâs estate.â He goes on to say âCleaning out the home, locating property, and getting the location ready for sale will involve more time and effort than you might estimate.â I would agree and would add this applies not only to persons living at a distance but those nearby as well. It is remarkable how many homes remain unsold, sometimes for extended periods of time, when well-meaning family members and friends expect to be a