It’s something we only really think about when we lose a loved one or when we read about tragic celebrities in the papers: is your last will & testament in order?
Without a valid will, state law will decide which of your relatives inherits your estate, as well as who obtains guardianship of your children. You may find that you would disagree with those decisions. Therefore there’s no better time than the present to start planning your estate.
If you have a complex and large estate it’s best to seek the assistance of an estate attorney, especially if you suspect your family may wish to contest your final wishes. However for more simple estates, many people are now turning to will creation software to save on legal fees. Other benefits of will software is that it can be used by several different members of your household, and you can make amendments as often as you like without incurring extra charges.
If you do decide to opt for will planning software, we would recommend Quicken WillMaker, America’s leading estate planning software. The program is currently available from Nolo.com, a legal publisher which provides estate planning books & software.
What you can expect from Quicken WillMaker Plus 2009:
- A step-by-step interview which will create the legal documents you require
- Comprehensive onscreen legal manual
- Expert tech support
- Free download of Nolo’s latest book, “Plan Your Estate” (a $44.99 value), when you register the software
- 65% discount with our WillMaker coupon code for a limited time only
You may also be interested in creating a living will which would determine what medical treatment you’ll receive should you become incapacitated. You may wish to avoid painful and expensive treatment in the case of a poor prognosis.
Other legal documents available in WillMaker include child care agreements, promissory notes, final arrangements and living trusts, amongst others.
Don’t delay. Make sure your wishes are respected and start drafting your will today.
