FAQ

Do I need a lawyer to draft a Will?
No, you don’t need a lawyer to draft your Will. However all the legal requirements like dates, declaration, signature and etc must be there. It is best to have a professional write your Will since errors can lead to disputes.  Further more, you are no longer around to explain your actual intentions.

Do I need to stamp the Will?
No. A Will is only stamped when the person passes away, when the Will is proved at court

Should I write my own Will?
Although you can write your own Will, this is not recommended. Read why

How often should I review my Will?
Just like a medical check-up, you may consider reviewing your Will once a year. Look through to see if there is any major changes in your life

When should I re-write my Will?
When significant changes takes place in your life. For example, when you have more children, when you acquired new assets or taken new loans. You should also re-write your Will when any executor or beneficiary pass away, if your executor has migrated or is based overseas.

You may also re-write if your guardian if unable to take care of your children due to changes in their lifestyle.

Can I amend my Will without writing a new Will?
For minor amendment like a typing error for example, you can amend your Will and sign beside the changes in the presence of the same witnesses. Your witnesses will also be required to sign beside the alteration in order for it to be effective. For major changes, it is better to re-write the whole Will

I will be getting married in a few months’ time. I understand my marriage will revoke it. Should I write my Will later?
You can write a Will now, and put a ‘in contemplation of marriage’ clause. Then your Will will still be valid. The name of your future spouse must also be stated in the Will. Read effects of marriage on your Will

What happens after divorce occurs?
Divorce does not automatically revoke a Will. Therefore, if you are separated or a divorce is pending, you should rewrite your Will

What happens to assets in other countries?
Movable assets will follow your Will while immovable assets will follow the law of that particular country

What age will my children inherit my property?
Legally, a person is capable of holding property upon attaining the age of 18. If you want your children to inherit property at a later age, then it must be stated in your Will, the age which they should inherit it

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