Wills

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Can I Make and Sign My Own Last Will & Testament

Written By: author avatar Tony B. Manns

Anyone could draft a Will, but as my mother used to tell me, just because you can do something does not mean you should.

What Happens If You Die Without a Will?

Written By: author avatar Janell M. Sprinkle

In Indiana, if you pass away without a Last Will and Testament, your assets are divided among your heirs in accordance with Indiana Intestacy laws.

Estate Planning: What is “Sound Mind”?

Written By: author avatar Tony B. Manns

Sound mind generally refers to a person’s mental capacity to understand their actions, make informed decisions free of undue influence, and the consequences of their decisions.

How Is a Disclaimer Helpful When a Spouse Passes with a Pour-Over Will?

Written By:Kurt R. Bachman

A legal disclaimer can be helpful for a surviving spouse with a pour-over Will by allowing assets solely owned by the deceased spouse to bypass the Family Trust and be transferred directly to the children, avoiding complex trust management and potentially unnecessary tax strategies.

I’m Always Asked by My Doctor If I Have a Living Will or Advance Directive Documents. What Are These?

Written By:Jesica L. Thorson

Learn what living wills and advance directives are, why doctors ask about them, and how these documents protect your healthcare choices.

Do You Need an Emotional Will?

Written By:Troy C. Kiefer

Do you need an Emotional Will?