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What is the single most important thing to do after you have

"http://calgarylegalwills.com What is the single most important thing to do after you have written a will? This is the single most important thing to do after you have written a will. Let others know that you have written a will and let them know where it is kept. At the very least, you should let your executor and alternate executor know where your will is being kept, but you may want to let other family members or friends know of its location as well. This is the single most important thing to do after you have written a will. Let others know that you have written a will and let them know where it is kept. At the very least, you should let your executor and alternate executor know where your will is being kept, but you may want to let other family members or friends know of its location as well. Typically, a photocopy of a will is not sufficient. You should also let your executor or representative know of other important documents, such as your power of attorney, personal directive, or life insurance policy. As a rule, these documents only serve a purpose if others know of them and can find them."

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What is the single most important thing to do after you have

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  1. Calgary Legal Will Frequently Asked Question

  2. Question : What is the single most important thing to do after you have written a will?

  3. Answer : This is the single most important thing to do after you have written a will. Let others know that you have written a will and let them know where it is kept. At the very least, you should let your executor and alternate executor know where your will is being kept, but you may want to let other family members or friends know of its location as well.

  4. Answer (Contd.) Unfortunately, if a will’s existence remains a secret, or if its location remains a secret, it is as good as useless. Some jurisdictions may have wills registries, but that is not currently the case in Alberta. In order to probate an estate, your executor must (in almost all circumstances) provide the court with an original will. Typically, a photocopy of a will is not sufficient. You should also let your executor or representative know of other important documents, such as your power of attorney, personal directive, or life insurance policy. As a rule, these documents only serve a purpose if others know of them and can find them.

  5. For more information on Wills and Estate Planning in Alberta, visit: http://calgarylegalwills.com or Call Russ Weninger at (403) 265-4496.

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