Why It Is Important To Write A Will: Top 5 Reasons

Posted by Barrett Thomson
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Aug 12, 2022
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This article discusses why it is crucial to issue a Will!


We owe our families and ourselves a Will as a legal and formal document.  After a person passes away, their will determines what should be done with their assets, holdings, and other belongings. 


Beneficiaries are informed about how to distribute wealth, to whom, and in what manner. 


What Is The Importance Of Will Services? 


In recent years, people have begun making video-recorded wills. Video evidence can be used as legal evidence. 


Here are the questions you may ask: 


  • Why is it important to write a will? 

  • How important are Wills today? 


There is no need to overstate the importance of a "will." The only way to ensure one's wealth is passed on to those they care for after death is to make a "will." Otherwise, intestate succession may complicate matters.


The government inherits all possessions from an intestate without any family or relatives. The assets are divided according to the applicable laws upon the intestate's death. 


Therefore, it is necessary to follow the complication of correctness according to the system when there is no will to do so. Without a Will, loved ones may experience confusion, stress, and distress.

 

  1. Protecting Your Family With A Will: 


Making sure your hard-earned money, assets, and belongings go to someone you trust and love is an important step. 


A Will protects your family and outlines how assets should be managed and distributed. In some cases, benefits are assigned to minors. When a child turns legal age, the parents must decide who will be the child's guardian.


  1. By Having A Will, You Can Avoid Unnecessary Processes That Will Cause Undue Delay: 


If there is no Will, 'Succession Act' petitions must be filed. There is a lot of work involved in the process.


  1. Having A Will Prevents Family Disputes: 


Family disputes can be avoided if the document is well drafted. Ambiguity can result in hostile relationships when there is no legal document.


  1. Saving Time And Money With A Will:


The probate court is the starting point for all legal processes related to holdings. A Will can simplify the process when one does not have one. 


The court will designate and appoint a personal representative to administer and manage the process - it is time-consuming, expensive, and contentious for the family members involved. 


Having a will simplifies the process and eliminates any problems. 


  1. A Will Helps To Determine The Person To Manage Your Assets: 


One of the main reasons for writing a Will is to determine who will manage the assets after your death. Therefore, testators and executors need to make a Will. Among the responsibilities of an executor are closing bank accounts and liquidating assets. 


Choose a trustworthy executor. Trust is essential. If you don't choose one, the court will.  Creating a Will should be mandatory, but you should update it as time passes. 


When you write a Will, you provide a map for your family members to follow. As a result, your loved ones feel comforted, as they know you have taken care of every detail. 


Please find out more about our other services, such as probate services, power of attorney services, deputyship, and more, at https://www.barrettandthomson.com/

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