How Do You Prepare A Simple Will?
Anyone who has assets should have a legally valid will to ensure that your wishes are carried out after your death. Wills can be very expensive, though, so if your estate is fairly uncomplicated you can probably get by with a simple will. An attorney can prepare a simple will for a reasonable fee of a few hundred dollars or, with a little study, you can prepare a simple will yourself. How to prepare a simple will Step 1 Determine what kind of will you need. Simple wills work well for the straightforward distribution of assets. If you want to transfer property or need to set up guardianship for a disabled child, you likely need more than a simple will. Step 2 Figure out how your simple will will be prepared. If you plan to hire an attorney, shop around. Some attorneys may offer a flat fee for limited work on a simple will. Still, expect to pay a few hundred dollars. If you want to prepare a simple will on your own, you can find do-it-yourself forms in office supply and stationery stores
