Considering a Do-It-Yourself Will?

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If you’re starting to think about preparing a Will and you’re weighing the costs of hiring an attorney versus doing it yourself, you might want to consider the risks involved with Do-It-Yourself Wills before making your final decision.

What Is A Will?

A Will is a legal document that sets forth how an estate is administered upon death. Wills must adhere to state specific rules to be considered valid. A properly drawn up Will can provide many benefits such as outlining care for minor children and special need situations, distributing assets to the heirs you designate, and eliminating any possibility of confusion about your wishes after death.

Wills are usually drafted with the help of a lawyer because of the complexities of dealing with state specific rules and regulations. Most states are not flexible with mistakes on a Will because they want to protect the estate of the deceased from predatory family arguments. That is why assistance of a qualified Estate Attorney to draft a Will is usually necessary.

Many people are intimidated by law fees, and try to tackle the matter of their estate on their own with Do-It-Yourself kits. Find out why this is not a good idea by downloading our incredible free report, “Dangers of Do-It-Yourself Wills and Living Trusts” and get the information you need before deciding on an option that’s right for you.

Do-It-Yourself Wills Are Error Prone:

  • The chance of you making an error is high. Wills can have far reaching effects, some of which might not be what you intended
  • People forget to periodically update their Wills. Most attorneys provide follow ups to remind you to review your will and overall estate plan
  • Given the complex nature of estate planning, Do-it-Yourself wills can increase the likelihood of mistakes which could result in your will being ruled invalid. If this happens, the Probate Court will administer your estate and those that inherit your property will be determined by state and local law

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