Your last will and testament not only expresses your desires of what will happen to your estate but, protects your family from legal problems regarding your estate. While many states already have laws in place to protect the transfer of property to the heirs, not every state handles it the same way, and, in the courts, getting a final disposition can take years, and open family and friends to much stress.

The simplest and kindest act you can perform, and one of the least expensive, in the long run, is the preparation of a valid last will and testament, together with proper supporting documents, properly and legally filed.

My father died without a will and, under the law, his estate was going to be divided between my mother, my sister, and myself. We signed over all claims to Mom, but, don't leave your family with that decision. YOU decide in advance what's going to happen with your estate with a legally binding last will and testament.