Last Wills
Find answers to questions you might have about last wills, and get a better understanding of how they're written, what happens if they're contested, and more.
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Common Terms in Wills and Trusts
When you first begin working on your will or trust, you may find some of the terms are unfamiliar. Find out what these legal terms mean.
· 4 min read
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Joint Last Wills and Testaments
Joint last wills and testaments provide for the disposition of the assets of two people, most often a husband and wife although they can be between any two people. A joint will is one document and is also known by the term “mutual will,” but it should not be confused with a “mirror will,” which refers to a will that is identical to another will.
· 3 min read
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Legatee, Heir, Beneficiary, and Devisee: What Are the Differences?
A quick guide to the language of inheritance to help you make sense of who's who in an estate plan.
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The Case Against Joint Wills for Married Couples
Making one will for two people is usually not advisable because it's irrevocable after the first spouse's death.
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Last Wills of Former U.S. Presidents
From minimum wage workers to the president of the United States, everyone should have a will. Many individuals can make a will themselves. People who own multiple pieces of property, have more complicated families, or have achieved celebrity status may want to consult with a lawyer to create their last will and testament.
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12 Things that Are Wrong with Your Last Will
Don't make these common mistakes when writing your last will.
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3 Tips to Help Prevent Contesting a Will After You're Gone
Avoid challenges to your will by planning for conflicts that could occur.
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9 Famous People Who Died Without a Will
For these celebrities, the effects of their lack of planning had consequences.
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Top 10 Considerations When Naming a Guardian in Your Will
Without specifying a legal guardian in your will, you are leaving this hugely important decision up to strangers.
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24 Things You May Not Know About Wills but Should
Wills aren't complicated, but you should know what they do and don't control.
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