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200 Hours of Death Admin: Why Executors Deserve More Support with Danielle Phillips
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Did you know it can take over 200 hours to manage the responsibilities of an executor?
For Danielle Phillips, losing both parents during COVID wasn’t just heartbreaking—it became a crash course in navigating the overwhelming task of estate administration.
This week, we uncover how she turned personal tragedy into Sage Executor Solutions, a lifeline for families facing the chaos after losing a loved one.
Becoming an executor is more than signing your name on a will—it’s stepping into a mountain of responsibility that can feel endless, especially when you’re grieving. In this episode, I speak with Danielle Phillips, founder of Sage Executor Solutions.
Danielle shares her personal journey of losing both parents within 15 months, managing her mother’s care, and tackling the exhaustive legal and administrative duties left behind.
From navigating MyGov’s labyrinth of links to realising that even the smallest details—like notifying the Electoral Commission—can come back to haunt you, Danielle recounts the challenges that inspired her to build a service aimed at making this process more humane.
Whether it’s creating a roadmap for executors, connecting families with trusted experts, or just lightening the emotional load, Danielle explains how proper preparation can transform chaos into clarity.
This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever been an executor, expect to be one, or want to make things easier for your loved ones in the future. Together, let’s demystify death and ensure no one is caught unprepared.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- Why being an executor often feels like a full-time job.
- The top skills you need to consider before accepting the role of executor.
- Practical steps to lighten the load on your executor—starting now.
- How Sage Executor Solutions connects families with experts across Australia.
- The surprising complications that can arise, from insurance claims to superannuation tax implications.
- Why having a clear roadmap and checklist can save months of time and stress.
Find Our More About Sage Executors
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Are your affairs in order? Critical Info helps you organise essential documents in just 10 minutes a day. Sign up now for early access! → criticalinfo.com.au/critical-info-platform
Lost a loved one? Our guide walks you through the next steps, from the first hours to the months ahead. Download it here → criticalinfo.com.au/product/my-
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