A Will is a legal document that sets forth your wishes regarding the distribution of your property and the care of any minor children. If you die without a Will, those wishes may not be carried out. Further, your heirs may end up spending additional time, money, and emotional energy to settle your affairs after you’re gone.
Though no single document will likely resolve every issue that arises after your death, a Will can come pretty close. Here’s a list of benefits to writing a Will.