A lot of people are under the misconception that you need a lawyer to make a will. It's always nice to have a lawyer help draft a will, but generally it is not necessary to have a lawyer to help draft a will. In fact, most people can create a will without the help of a lawyer. All it takes to create a will are some easy self-help materials that outline how to take care of basic concerns regarding property assets and finances, such as leaving a home, small business, investments and

Contrary to popular belief, wills are not just for the rich. Everyone should have a will-whether they're married or single, parents or childless, rich or poor. A will is important because it ensures that an individual's estate, including money, assets (such as property) and personal belongings will be passed on to loved ones and not arbitrarily assigned by a probate court.

Sadly, more than 50% of Americans do not have a will or estate plan. Understandably, most people don't like thinking about death (especially their own), but if they don't have a will for their estate, a probate court will wind up making