To prepare your will, you will need to spend some time gathering all of the relevant information.
For every individual you plan to distribute property to after your death, you will need to include full names, addresses, and birth dates.
You should also aim to keep accurate records of all of the debts you have incurred, which may include a home mortgage, credit card accounts, and loans for businesses, automobiles, or education. (Creating these records is not only a good idea for estate planning, but it also ensures family members can step in and help manage your finances in the event of an illness or accident that requires long-term hospitalization).
Perhaps most important of all in your will and estate planning will be a list documenting all of your assets. Your personal assets may include any or all of the following:
-Real estate you own
-Savings accounts (such as a traditional bank savings account or CDs) and Investment accounts (such as stocks and bonds)
-Your 401k or other retirement accounts
-Any automobiles, boats, or other vehicles
-High-value personal property (such as jewelry and art)
-Finally, several legal documents may pertain to your will based on your own circumstances, such as a prenuptial agreement, a divorce decree, or a trust fund.