THE EASIEST WAY TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY – MAKE A WILL
August is National Make-A-Will Month, and it’s the perfect time to think about one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones and your hard-earned assets—creating an estate plan. You might not realize it, but not having a will or an estate plan in place can be devastating for your family.
In fact, more than 68 percent of Americans lack an estate plan or even a simple will, which can lead to additional trauma and expense for your family when the time comes. Without an estate plan, the probate court takes over, and that can mean a lengthy, complicated, and costly process for your loved ones.
It’s surprising that so many people spend more time planning a vacation or picking out a new vacuum cleaner than they do on something as crucial as estate planning! In reality, though, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
You can create a simple will in the same amount of time it takes to plan a family trip. And by doing so, you not only protect your loved ones from unnecessary stress, but you can also shape your own legacy.
One option that many people don’t consider is leaving a gift in their will to a cause they care about, like the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra. This is called a bequest, and it’s actually the most popular planned gift of all. By including the Symphony in your will, you ensure that its mission can continue for generations to come—without it costing you anything now.
If you’re ready to get started, we’re here to help. We can guide you through the process of creating a simple will—at no cost to you! You can make sure your family is protected and set your legacy in motion for the future. If you’d prefer to work with an estate planner, we can help you get prepared for that, too.
Don’t wait any longer, take the first step in protecting your family and creating a lasting legacy. The sooner you start, the sooner you can have peace of mind knowing you’ve planned for the future.
Get started today!
- More information Estate Planning and Planned Gifts, contact CComasco@HarrisburgSymphony.org