Over 18 years of age? If you die without a will in the U.S., the
local Probate Court must administer your estate without any
direction or input from you. Without a will to guide it, the
Court will follow the State law on decisions regarding how to
distribute your assets and who to appoint as guardian for your
children. A will can be a simple document, but one that gives
you control over what happens to You should have a will your
assets and loved ones when you are gone. For example: • Property
(homes, land, jewelry, personal property) and other assets are
distributed by a fixed formula determined by state law in all
instances of death without a will. By creating a will you can
ensure that your property goes where you wish, and sometimes
more importantly, ensure that it does not go to certain
individuals. • If you have children, there should be no question
about creating a will. You do not want the State or the Court
deciding who should become the guardian of your child should you
and your spouse die. A will a