The importance of making a will
No matter what the age or financial situation, every adult should have a will, a legally binding document, which can prevent a great deal of difficulty for your survivors. A will insures that distribution of assets will take place according to your wishes. When no will has been drawn up, the distribution of assets must be carried out by an administrator appointed by the court and is paid through your estate. In such an event, it is unlikely that the assets would be distributed as you would have chosen to do.
 In making your will, you should name an executor of your estate. Because he or she will be responsible for filing with the court and carrying out the provisions of your will, the executor should be someone with whom you feel completely confident.
Wills may be contested due to legal technicalities that may have been overlooked when prepared by someone inexperienced. For this reason, Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel recommends the service of a lawyer in drawing up the will and in settling the estate.
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