Anyone should use a Will over the age of 18 to help avoid potential disputes or confusion regarding their estate. A Will is especially important for parents with minor children as it will allow them to appoint a guardian and have a say in how their children will be raised.

Creating a Simple Will isn’t difficult. Whether you decide to use the myLife A.D. template to create your Will or visit a lawyer, you should be prepared to address the following:

Who is the Testator?
The testator is the person whose property will be distributed upon death – that’s you. Female testators are often referred to as the testatrix.
Designate a Beneficiary
A beneficiary is a person or organization who will receive a gift under your Will. Designating a beneficiary allows you to control who will receive your property after you pass away and help avoid any confusion or disputes. According to a pre-determined formula, if you don’t specify and heirs, the courts will distribute your estate among your surviving family. In that case your friends or charities would receive nothing.
Name an Executor
An executor is the person who will administer the Will according to your written terms and is sometimes referred to as a personal representative. You should choose a trustworthy and responsible person for this vital task.
Provide for Children and/or Pets
If you have children who are still minors, you should name a guardian willing to care for them. You may also choose to set aside funds specifically for the care of your children or pets.
Review and Sign
If you have completed your Will, it’s essential to carefully review the document to ensure that it is free of errors and accurately reflects your wishes. Once you have verified the Will is accurate, you must sign the document according to the laws of your state. Get your Will notarized to limit the likelihood of being contested.

Creating a Will doesn’t have to be difficult. Whether you decide to use the myLife A.D. template to create your Will or visit a lawyer, you should be prepared to address the following:

Who is the Testator?
The testator is the person whose property will be distributed upon death – that’s you. Female testators are often referred to as the testatrix.
Designate a Beneficiary
A beneficiary is a person or organization who will receive a gift under your Will. Designating a beneficiary allows you to control who will receive your property after you pass away and help avoid any confusion or disputes. If you don’t designate any beneficiaries, the courts will distribute your estate among your surviving family according to a pre-determined formula. In that case your friends or charities would receive nothing.
Name an Executor
An executor is the person who will administer the Will according to your written terms and is sometimes referred to as a personal representative. You should choose a trustworthy and responsible person for this important task.
Provide for Children and/or Pets
If you have children who are still minors, you should name a guardian who will be willing to care for them. You may also choose to set aside funds specifically for the care of your children or pets.
Review and Sign
If you have completed your Will, it’s important to carefully review the document to make sure that it is free of errors and accurately reflects your wishes. Once you have verified the Will is accurate, it is critical that you sign the document according to the laws of your state. Get your Will notarized which will limit the likelihood that it will be contested.

You can give away most, but not all, of your property in a Will. Typically, the following cannot be given away in a Will:

• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan assets
• Pension plan assets
• Retirement plan assets
• Annuities
• Property held in a trust
• Matrimonial home held jointly

The best way to create your Will depends on your personal circumstances. Since myLife A.D. platform has been carefully drafted by lawyers and is ready to be customized, myLife A.D. is ideal for anyone looking to create a strong, legally binding Will from the comfort of their own home. Since Wills need to be periodically updated, myLife A.D. makes it easy to review your Will at any time because your work is saved in our template.

When choosing a guardian, you should consider the following questions:

• Is the guardian of legal age? Your proposed guardian must be an adult.
• Is the guardian genuinely concerned for your child’s welfare?
• Does the proposed guardian have the time and ability to care for my child?
• Is my child comfortable around the proposed guardian?
• Where does the proposed guardian live? Will my child be able to adapt to the area and lifestyle?