Do I need a will?

Lately, I’ve been hearing that question and many other questions about having a will.

I completely understand, and this can feel like such a complicated topic.

Putting a will together is something that most people don’t think they need when they are young. You might think nothing will happen to you and that you have plenty of time before you need to write one.

However, having a will is something that can protect your assets and help your family members decide what to do once you pass. It can also make the probate process much quicker and smoother if you didn’t have one.

Losing a loved one is never easy, but if you’ve ever dealt with a death of someone close to you, you may have heard how helpful it was if they had a will. No one has to guess what they would want to happen, as a will honors their wishes. [Read more…]