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Imagine this, after putting it off for years, you have finally made the decision to get yourself a Will. And, you even looked into doing it yourself, but your research just turned up more research, and now you’re feeling exhausted and defeated.
What kind of will do you need? What is probate, and why are you trying to stay out of it? What’s a codicil? Do you need a trust?
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- Testamentary Will
- Living WIll
- Pour-Over Will
- Mutual Will
- Self-Proved Will
- Statutory Will
- Holographic Will
- Oral Will
Have You Recently …?
These life events may indicate that it is time for you to update your current Will or even draw up your first Will.
Turned 18- Bought Property
- Sold a Large Asset
- Moved to a New State
- Had a Baby
- Married
- Divorced
- Changed Charity Relationships
Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequent review and revision of your Will is important. Although some people update their Will more often, we recommend reviewing it at least once every 3 to 5 years, or after a major life event occurs (e.g. marriage, divorce, birth, death, etc.).
Some key differences between a Will and a Trust:
- A Will can only go into effect upon your death, while a trust can manage property during your life and after your death.
- Individuals can only have one valid Will at a time, while you can have as many trusts as needed to protect your property.
- A Will often goes through probate court, while a Trust will typically avoid probate, saving your beneficiaries time and money.
- A Will that is probated becomes a public document after your death, while a trust almost always remains private.
A Will is a legal document regarding an individual’s wishes regarding their assets after their death. A Will is only a single piece of a larger Estate Plan.
An Estate Plan is a collection of legal documents that go beyond that of only a will. Often estate plans include components such as a will, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, etc.
Your individual circumstances will dictate the type of Will that will meet your needs. Please reach out to Mateskon Law for your free consultation today.
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