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A '''will''' is a legal document that explains what you want done with your property after you die. | A '''will''' is a legal document that explains what you want done with your property after you die. | ||
== A will makes your wishes clear | == A will makes your wishes clear == | ||
A will helps ensure the things you own go to the people you want to have them. It gives you some control over what happens to your '''estate''' after you’re gone. Preparing a will lets you choose an '''executor'''. This is a person who carries out the instructions in the will. If you’re a parent, you can also appoint a guardian to care for any children under age 19 after your death. | A will helps ensure the things you own go to the people you want to have them. It gives you some control over what happens to your '''estate''' after you’re gone. Preparing a will lets you choose an '''executor'''. This is a person who carries out the instructions in the will. If you’re a parent, you can also appoint a guardian to care for any children under age 19 after your death. | ||
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| text = ”I’ve decided I need to prepare a will. My sisters both want me to leave my opal ring to them. It belonged to our mother and is a family heirloom. Unless I put in writing who the ring should go to, I just know there’ll be a fight about it later.” <br/>– Maria, Nanaimo}} | | text = ”I’ve decided I need to prepare a will. My sisters both want me to leave my opal ring to them. It belonged to our mother and is a family heirloom. Unless I put in writing who the ring should go to, I just know there’ll be a fight about it later.” <br/>– Maria, Nanaimo}} | ||
== A will helps those you leave behind== | |||
'''A will is a map for those you leave behind'''. Having a clear statement of your wishes helps your loved ones feel confident they’re carrying those wishes out. Knowing your intentions will save them time, stress, and money at a difficult time. | '''A will is a map for those you leave behind'''. Having a clear statement of your wishes helps your loved ones feel confident they’re carrying those wishes out. Knowing your intentions will save them time, stress, and money at a difficult time. | ||
