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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Estate Planning can be a little overwhelming and while we endeavour to give you answers to questions as they're asked we also like to make questions that you may not have thought of as well as their general answers available to our visitors.
Below we have listed some of the most commonly asked questions and this list grows regularly so keep checking this page if you are looking for further information. If you can't see what you're looking for please don't hesitate to visit our "Ask a Question" contact form and outline your query for one of our Estate Planners to respond to.
What does Intestacy mean?
If you die without even a Will (intestate), the legislature of your state has already determined who will inherit your assets and when they will inherit them. You may not agree with their plan, but roughly 70 percent of Americans currently use this type of planning.
Who should I appoint as the guardian to my children?
A guardian is the person who has legal responsibility for your children in lieu of his or her parents. There are many things to consider when picking a guardian. This is the person who will be parenting your children, so it is important to pick someone who loves your children, is responsible and capable of raising your children. It is also important to keep in mind the effect on your child. Is your child fond of this person? Does the person live nearby so that the child does not need to be uprooted. Will your children still have easy access to their other relatives? Once a guardian is selected you should discuss your selection with that individual to ensure they are willing to act. You should also consider appointing an alternate guardian in the event that the first cannot act or changes his or her mind.
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Do you have a Will? Worried yours may be out of date? Unsure if your Will or Trust reflects your intentions? All valid concerns, so give our advisers a call and let the Good Will Company assist you with your Estate Planning enquiries and take the first step to securing you and your family's future.
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