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Without a Will, you are leaving it up to your State to decide who gets what.
Without a Will, your assets could end up with your child’s ex-spouse or creditor.
Without a Will, the court will appoint the guardian of your minor children without your input.
Without a Will, all of your assets may go to the government.
Without a Will, your assets may not pass to the people whom you would like.
Without a Will, if you own a family business, it could pass to individuals who do not get along.
Approximately seven out of ten Americans die without a Will.
Over 40 percent of Americans age 45 or older have not drawn up a Will according to the AARP.
About half of all people that have Wills have Wills that are over five years old and should be updated after major life events.
You can destroy your Will, Durable Power of Attorney, or Living Will at any time to cancel it.
If you die without leaving a Will, who shall be the guardian of your children?
A Will has no legal effect until you die.
With a Living Will, your family will never be put in a similar situation as Terri Schiavo’s family because your family will know your wishes.
Your State annually receives millions of dollars from individuals who do not have Wills at the time of their death.
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