6 benefits of leaving a will

• The deceased can exercise control over property
• It can help avoid courts from determining who is entitled to property
• Enable appointing property representatives of choice
• Avoiding disputes over property
• Persons outside family can have property
• The deceased can decide on how he/she can be disposed off.

The will being an intention of the maker, it can only take effect after the death of the maker. (testator / testatrix)

Any person can write a will at any time as long as they are of sound mind, and are 18 years old and above.

A will is a mere intention of the maker. It can be amended by the same person during his/her life time.
• A person, may through his/her will appoint an executor. This is a person named in the will who has the legal responsibility to take care of a deceased person’s remaining financial obligations e.g. property disposal, paying bills, taxes etc.
• It’s a mere intention of the maker – can be amended but only by the maker during their lifetime.
• Can deal with property acquired after death of maker (ambulatory)