Here’s why you need a will and how to get one

We all want to do nice things for our loved ones. We go on family trips and celebrate life’s wins together. It’s sometimes difficult for us to consider the bad things that can happen in life, but we still have to be prepared. That’s why having a will is so important.

Not having a will in place leaves room for arguments among your loved ones and anyone else who might pop up wanting a piece of your stuff. That’s not OK. The last thing you want to do is add more stress to their lives after you’re gone. This is your legacy we’re talking about here. Do you want to leave that to chance?  

Protecting your wealth — and your family — with a will is one of the best gifts you can leave to those you love. And with August being National Make-a-Will Month, there’s no better time to get yours done.

What exactly is a will, and why is it important to have one?

Your grieving family members won’t automatically know what you wanted them to do with your money or your stuff — you need to tell them. That’s where your will comes in.

A will basically establishes a plan for how your stuff is distributed after you die. It’s your way of saying exactly who gets what and what goes where — and getting it down in writing.

According to a recent survey conducted by Ramsey Research, almost 3 out of 4 parents with kids (74%) don’t have a will in place. That’s a big problem.

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