What Your Will Reveals About You

Your will says something about you. First, it says that you care about your loved ones. You want to make it easier for them by taking care of legal matters relating to the transfer of your estate. You want your affairs handled smoothly and without undue inconvenience to those who will be experiencing grief.

Second, having a will means that you have sought to conserve your estate. You can reduce taxes and probate costs by designating what things will go where and who will be responsible for handling the details. The cost savings resulting from a carefully constructed estate plan means that more of your estate can go to family members and other beneficiaries.

Third, your will provides insight into your lifetime involvements and concerns. Bequests to family members tell of your love and concern for their welfare and bequests to organizations speak volumes about your values.

Finally, when you include a charity in your will, you tell us that you want us to continue to fulfill our mission. When you include a charity in your will, you reveal that caring for others is worthwhile & you affirm your belief in the mission of your charity of choice.

Your will says other things as well about your interests and values and commitments. And because it says so much, you are wise to think it through carefully.

Leave a Legacy wants you to experience the good feelings of having a well-considered and well-crafted will (or other comprehensive estate planning document). We encourage you to take care of this very important matter. Our community benefits from your legacy.