The Ultimate Reasons to Create Your Will Today.

Five ways creating your will can benefit your family.

70% of Americans do not have a will. This legal document will name guardians for your children and distribute your assets when you are gone. Without a will, you have died intestate. That means your estate defaults to the state distribution plan. By creating your will and making your choices known, you help decide, not the government, who inherits your assets after death. 

Choose Your Representative.

You get to select who will be in charge of your estate in your will. Your chosen representative is a person you hold confidence in handling your business. They will be responsible for communicating with the court and your family, taking the lead to distribute assets, and closing your estate. 

Guardianship of Children

Choosing a guardian is a crucial decision for families. Your will is the opportunity to do so. Without it, you will leave it up to a judge to decide the best guardian for your children.

You Get to Select Who Gets What

Who inherits your possession? Establish now who will inherit your possessions. Otherwise, you left it up to the state distribution plan. The government plan may not align with your wishes. Most state distribution plans do not account for blended families or special needs family members. 

Speeds Up the Legal Process

A will does not stop your estate from going into probate court. But it does give the judge a guideline of what to do with your estate. You still have the opportunity to establish and distribute your possessions. Do so now while you have the chance.  

Reduce Stress and Headaches For Your Family. 

Oh boy! Family needs direction; otherwise, the stress of losing a loved one and deciding who gets what items adds drama no one needs. You will not only give the probate court guidance, but it tells your family what you want to happen. Put your wishes in writing if you wish to let your family know. 

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE.

In a matter of days, you can have your will created and your plan in place. Once you have your will made, you will want to review and update it every three years. The benefits of creating your will can go far beyond the paper it is on. 

What other reasons come to mind for you to create your will?