will in law

Written documents {will, deceased} can state how testator disposes of {bequeath} property. Wills can save estate taxes and avoid state property disposition. People over 18 years old should make wills and keep them current.

parts

Wills can appoint an executor to carry out will's provisions and dispose of estate. They can designate a guardian for minors. They can designate a trustee to manage estate trust funds while children are minors. Wills list beneficiaries, such as wife, husband, and children, and property or cash that they are to receive.

witnesses

Wills must have two witnesses, and a notary public must notarize it. Complicated wills typically need a lawyer.

legality

Wills become legal only at testator death. Before that time, testator can cancel {revoke}, amend, or destroy a will.

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