A will is an estate planning document that allows you to decide what happens to your financial assets and interests in the event of your death. The attorneys of Cecil & Cecil, PA, have been offering comprehensive estate planning services to the High Point, NC, area since 1993. Below, they discuss three benefits of creating a will.

Three Benefits Of Creating A Will

1. Make Decisions For The Division Of Your Estate

Without a will, an individual's estate must pass through a lengthy, involved probate process. During this process, the courts determine how your estate is divided and who inherits what. When you create a will, you are the one making these decisions. Your voice and your wishes are made legally binding in a will, and it isn't easy for the courts to intervene in the plans you've laid out.

2. Taking Care Of Your Loves Ones

It's only natural to want to know your loved ones are cared for when you’re no longer able to do so. A will allows you to provide financial resources to the family and friends you designate. Consider it one last gift to those you love.

3. Appoint A Guardian For Your Minor Children

If your children were left parentless and you made no provisions for their care, their fate could be left up to the whims of the court system. With a will, you can appoint a guardian for your minor children, guaranteeing them the upbringing and opportunities you would have provided. You can be confident your kids will be cared for with the love, attention, and devotion they deserve.

To schedule a will consultation with an estate planning attorney, call Cecil & Cecil, PA, at (336) 883-8383. A will brings great peace of mind, no matter where you're at in life; let Cecil & Cecil, PA, guide you through the estate planning process.