Most people don't have a will, but it's something everyone should have done even if you are not old or even sick. One Michigan university is willing to draft your will for free.

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No One Wants a Will

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No one likes to think about death but it is inevitable and that is why everyone needs to put together a will to make sure their property is properly managed when they pass.

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With probate court, greedy siblings, and not having a will, if you die, you are leaving behind a huge mess for your family to clean up and sometimes these messes can break a family up.

What Is Your Last Will and Testament?

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Your last will and testament is a legal document that expresses a person's wishes as to how their property is to be distributed after their death. The will portion is your actual property whereas the testament is your personal items.

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The days of typing out a will on your own are long gone and sometimes just not good enough for a court battle. It is much better to have a professional who knows the law to help you put your will together. This can get expensive but there are alternatives now online where you can save money creating your will.

A Michigan University is Offering to Draft Your Will For Free

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Northwood University is located in Midland, Michigan. Northwood has partnered with FreeWill to help those of us who do not have a will and will do it for free.

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About 70% of Americans do not have a will and if you want to make sure what you have worked for goes to the right places and make sure there is no family fighting after you are gone it is good to get a 100% legal will created.

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August is National "Make-A-Will-Month" and if you would like to take part in getting your will drafted for free, all you have to do is click here.

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