What is a Will

What is a will? In short, a will is an estate planning tool that let’s the court know how you want your assets distributed after your death. Since one is no longer living to direct his or her assets, a properly executed will becomes a very valuable resource to indicate the deceased person’s wishes. Wills also setup a person or multiple people who will be responsible for administering the estate and directing the distribution of the assets thereof. This person is generally called an executor of the estate, or a personal representative. While there are a few exceptions, in most jurisdictions, a will needs toRead More →