What is a Will?
A will is a written document that allows you to designate:
- Who will receive your estate (your property that does not pass by beneficiary designation or joint ownership arrangement) after you die;
- Who will raise your children if you die while they're still minors, and your spouse is unavailable to care for them;
- Whether your beneficiaries receive their inheritance outright or in trust; and
- Who will serve as your personal representative--that is, the person who will pay your bills and taxes and distribute the rest of your estate to your beneficiaries.
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