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In the 21st Century, there are many relationships other than the
traditional husband and wife. Without a written Will, unmarried parties
have no rights whatsoever, often leaving the surviving party in dire
straits. In one case, a young woman learned during the day that her
significant other had died in an automobile accident. By the time she
arrived at his apartment where all of her clothes and possessions were,
his parents had changed the locks. It was two days before she could
retrieve her property.
Without a Will, the law directs all of the probate property to family
members. The other party to the relationship is not entitled to any
property from the probate estate and may suddenly be without a place to
live, money to live on, or even the furniture and furnishings to which
they are accustomed.
Having a written Will can protect your wishes for you and those with
whom you have a relationship.
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