Money Minute: Think you don’t need a will? Think again

Some people believe that it’s not necessary to have a will -- maybe because of a lack of assets they feel they have. But there are a number of reasons to have a will that go beyond assets. Here are a few.

Learn more in the video report above.

More reading on this

Thedollarstretcher.com:

• 4 excuses we make for not having a will
• End-of-life planning everyone needs to do

After50finaces.com: What you need to know about writing a will that will protect your heirs

Letsmakeaplan.org:

• More than a will: Estate planning must dos
• Five tips for developing an estate plan
• Financial planning tips for military families before and during deployment

Investopedia:

• What is a will, what does it cover, and why do I need one?
• Advice on wills: Should each child get the same?
• Last will and testament: Definition, types and how to write one
• Wills: Probate and public record

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