Making a will

With a will, you decide how your property is divided after your death, within the limits of the law. A will is valid when it is made in the form required by law.

You will need

• A list of your property
• Information about your heirs
• Two disinterested witnesses

Steps

1. Find out who inherits without a will

   Without a will, the estate is divided in the order set out in the Code of Inheritance. This helps you understand what you want to change.

2. Think about your wishes

3. Write the will

4. Sign in the presence of witnesses

5. The witnesses sign

6. Keep it safe

7. Consider a lawyer

8. Update it when needed

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