Purpose of a Will
Once you reach adulthood, and specifically if you have children, the importance of a will cannot be overstated. However, national estimates indicate that more than 60% of Americans do not yet have a will. There may be many reasons for this — you may be too busy with day to day life, you may think that it will cost you a lot of money, or contemplating your wishes should you die unexpectedly may be difficult to think about. Regardless of the many reasons to put it off, creating your will is a very important task. If you live in Anoka, Coon Rapids, Blaine, Andover, or Ham Lake, MN, the team at Kallemeyn & Kallemeyn can help you plan ahead and develop your will without stress or a large price tag. Read Full Post
No matter what your age, all adults need to have a will in place to protect your loved ones in the event of your untimely death. Without a will in the state of Minnesota, your property will be distributed by the courts to your closest relatives. In the event that the court exhausts your lists of relatives, your property can actually be taken by the state. Rather than allow the courts to determine how your property is distributed, taking just a little time now to draft and execute your will can make your wishes clear.
