A will is a legal document which helps you put your affairs in order at the time that you die. Your will should identify who will handle your estate, how your assets will be divided, and who will serve as guardian for your minor children. Attorneys are trained to write Wills which accurately set forth your intentions. A carefully drafted Will prepared by an attorney will ensure that your wishes are clearly stated and will be carried out. Most people have their reasons for not having a wills.
None are valid.
Many people think that they will have plenty of time to take care of it later. Some don't think that they have enough assets to worry about a Will. Others assume their family will carry out their wishes after they are gone. Some think that having a Will costs too much to prepare - even though they are not exactly sure what that cost is. Procrastination frequently sets in because considering a Will forces each of us to think about death - an uncomfortable topic for many.