Create a Will This August for Peace of Mind

August is Make-A-Will Month, a reminder to create or update a will. A will helps ensure your wishes are known, gives clarity to loved ones, and can make a difficult time less stressful.

Why a Will Matters

Without a valid will, state laws may decide how your assets are distributed after your death. A will lets you decide how your assets will be distributed, name guardians for minor children, choose someone you trust to carry out your wishes, reduce confusion and potential conflicts among family members, provide for your pets, and create a lasting legacy by supporting people and charitable causes that matter to you.

Making a Will Easy

Many people delay because they think the process is complicated or expensive. FreeWill is a free online resource that guides you through creating a legally valid will in about 20 minutes for many common estate planning situations. If your plans are more complex, FreeWill can also help you prepare information to discuss with an attorney. EveryCat Health Foundation partners with FreeWill to help people create their will and, if desired, leave a legacy gift to support feline health research.

Key takeaways

• A will ensures your wishes are known and reduces family conflict.
• Without a will, state law may control asset distribution.
• FreeWill offers a free, quick way to create a valid will.
• EveryCat Health Foundation supports research that improves cat health.
• Updating a will after major life events keeps it current.

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Originally reported by EveryCat Health Foundation. Read the full article.