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Spinoff: Creating a simple will
Posted on 2/9/17 at 11:52 am
Posted on 2/9/17 at 11:52 am
Spinoff: Is there an easy way to create a will for someone with no dependents and isn't married?
I basically want a legal document that says: "If I die, give all my assets to X person".
I basically want a legal document that says: "If I die, give all my assets to X person".
Posted on 2/9/17 at 12:01 pm to lynxcat
You can just google a sample will put out by your state's bar association. Just make sure you follow the requirements of your state to make sure it is valid.
Posted on 2/9/17 at 12:03 pm to lynxcat
Yep, in Louisiana your handwritten will is sufficient. If it has multiple pages, be sure to sign & date all pages. Also, remember that your IRA accounts have beneficiaries and thus pass to the recipients outside of probate (no will necessary). Same is true for life insurance proceeds.
Posted on 2/9/17 at 12:06 pm to lynxcat
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Is there an easy way to create a will for someone with no dependents and isn't married?
If you're in Louisiana, yes.
You can write a will (must be in your own handwriting) on a napkin if you want to and just date the will. No other requirements for this type of will. It's called an olographic will.
Or, you can type a will but you must have it notarized and signed by two witnesses. This is called a notarial will.
Posted on 2/9/17 at 12:19 pm to LSURussian
Do I have to detail all of my assets or can I use generic language? I'm in Texas so I'll have to check state law.
thanks everyone!
thanks everyone!
Posted on 2/9/17 at 12:34 pm to lynxcat
Posted on 2/9/17 at 12:37 pm to lynxcat
quote:I'm not familiar with Texas law at all. Sorry.
Do I have to detail all of my assets or can I use generic language? I'm in Texas so I'll have to check state law.
Posted on 2/9/17 at 4:03 pm to LSURussian
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It's called an olographic will.
Russian, you meant "holographic".
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