What is a Will?

And Why Should You Avoid Do-It- Yourself Wills?

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Preparing a Will is an important estate planning step, and it pays to have some down-to-earth information about the process before you start.

What is a Will?

Nearly everyone needs a Will; it’s a basic estate planning document. Preparing a Will lets you:

  • Choose someone to be in charge of your estate after your death
  • Have a say over who gets your property when you pass away
  • Name a guardian for your minor children
  • Give guidance for how debts and taxes are to be paid
  • Balance the needs of a blended family
  • And more

Why Not a Do-It-Yourself Will?

Preparing a Will that works as intended requires some specialized knowledge. Without understanding tax laws and the rules that apply to property, it’s easy to prepare a do-it-yourself Will that just doesn’t work as you’d planned. Did you know:

  • There are certain signing rules, and if you don’t follow them, your Will won’t be valid
  • Leaving out language or using the wrong language can spell disaster for your loved ones
  • Online do-it-yourself Will companies don’t provide legal advice . . . or guarantees

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Download your free report, Dangers of Do-It-Yourself Wills and Living Trusts; you’ll go beyond answering the question “What is a Will?” You’ll learn the power that comes with preparing a Will and how to make sure your Will is effective.

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