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If you’ve been named an executor or personal representative in Michigan, you may be wondering: What exactly do I have to do? How much of my time will probate take? Can I get paid? What if I don’t even want the job?

This video walks you through the main executor responsibilities in Michigan probate — from opening the estate and valuing assets, to notifying creditors, handling real estate, and managing an estate if you are far from the estate.

We’ll also cover the most common mistakes executors make and how to avoid them. (see bottom of description for more resources).

🛡️ You Will Learn:
✔️What fiduciary duty really means (and why it matters)
✔️Who can be an executor in Michigan — even if they live out of state
✔️The timeline of executor duties (what to do first, next, and last)
✔️When you need an appraisal for real estate — and the mistake that limits proceeds
✔️How executor fees and reimbursements work in Michigan
✔️What to do if you don’t want the role or if no one is named in the will
✔️Special rules for out-of-state executors that can delay probate

00:00 - Introduction
01:29 - What is an executor and a fiduciary responsibility?
02:12 - Heir, Beneficiary, and Executor: Are they the same?
03:05 - Who can be an executor in Michigan?
03:28 - The surprising fact of who can represent an estate
04:18 - Personal Representative vs Executor in Michigan
04:48 - The Main Duties of Executor By Timeline
08:55 - How to open up probate in Michigan (Ingham County)?
10:40 - Inventorying assets in Michigan probate
12:22 - What kind of valuation do you need for real estate?
12:45 - Most common mistake: Reasonable compensation
14:39 - DIY or Hire other professionals?
16:09 - How much time to budget for the probate process
17:23 - Managing Money In an Estate: Costs You Can Expect
18:48 - Managing money in an estate: how to pay for costs
19:20 - Reimbursable Expenses: How to get paid before creditors?
20:00 - Importance of Keeping Expense Records on Day 1
21:08 - What If I don’t want the job?
22:00 - Renunciation of Rights versus Resignation of Rights
23:20 - What if nobody is named personal representative in the will?
23:58 - Should you have multiple personal representatives?
24:45 - Renunciation of rights versus inheritance
26:07 - Special tips for out-of-state representatives and mistakes that can delay probate
27:18 - What happens to the mortgage if the home was passed out of probate?
29:51 - Final advice from an attorney and real estate agent

👉 Need more clarity? Visit our detailed guide on the duties of a Michigan executor: https://dolinskigroup.com/probate/exe...

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Michigan Probate Definitions (plain english): https://dolinskigroup.com/probate/mic...
Finding Michigan Probate Attorney: https://dolinskigroup.com/probate/pro...
Selling Probate Home: https://dolinskigroup.com/probate/sel...
Michigan Probate Real Estate Agent: https://dolinskigroup.com/probate/fin...

About:
At the Dolinski Group, our role is to guide families through the real estate side of probate, estate, and inherited homes ❤️—protecting the property, preserving value, and making sure you don’t face costly mistakes along the way. Whether you’re wondering if you should sell, rent, or hold on to the property, we provide steady, compassionate guidance so you can focus on what matters most.

For legal questions and step-by-step probate support, connect with Nick Leydorf ⚖️, estate attorney in Lansing, who helps families protect their legacy with clarity and care.