Write or update your own will

Has anyone asked you recently, “Do you have a current will?”

The shocking truth is that 80 percent of Americans die without ever completing a will. Even many who have a will drafted it years ago, and the will no longer reflects the individual’s wishes.

Decide today to take control of your estate plan. If you do not have a will, a stranger in a court room will be making critical decisions for you including:
• Who will take care of my children (under age 18) if I die today?
• Who will inherit the property and possessions I have worked for all my life?
• Who will be the person to distribute my property?

“It really is very easy to draft or update your will without involving an attorney” said attorney William Peper, General Counsel for Right to Life of Michigan. “The State Legislature has created a Michigan Statutory Will - a simple form that when completed can create a valid will. The accompanying materials provide clear instructions and address many frequently-asked questions. While consulting with an attorney and other advisors is always encouraged, for many people the Michigan Statutory Will is all that is necessary to complete or revise your will.”

Kathleen Bordo Crombie, director of Planned Giving for Right to Life of Michigan said, “We also have a prolife attorney referral service and free brochures on Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, and Power of Attorney for Health Care decisions for our members. We would be delighted to answer any questions you may have about statutory wills or the estate planning process. Feel free to call us at (248)552-3742.”

Take charge of your estate today. Call us and we will send you a free copy of the Michigan Statutory Will.

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