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If a will isn’t valid, a court may not grant probate and your wishes may not be honoured. | If a will isn’t valid, a court may not grant probate and your wishes may not be honoured. | ||
For a will to be valid, it must be '''in writing''' — either typed or handwritten. It must have the date on it. It must also be signed by the will-maker and '''two witnesses'''. They must both be present and sign the will in front of you. | For a will to be valid, it must be '''in writing''' — either typed or handwritten. It must have the '''date''' on it. It must also be signed by the will-maker and '''two witnesses'''. They must both be present and sign the will in front of you. | ||
== Who can prepare a will == | == Who can prepare a will == | ||
