A will is a document which contains a set of property and possession bequests to others, usually family members, loved ones or charitable organisations. Wills are legally binding documents, but they only come into effect after the person who made the will has died. There are three requirements that need to be fulfilled in order for it to be considered valid: it needs to be written in legal terms, a witness must have been present at the time of signing, and there must also be two witnesses present as well. A will can be revoked at any time by writing another one or by destroying the original document. In this article, find out the three requirements for a valid will and how they make sure that the person passing on their assets is doing so in a legally binding way.

What is the definition of a will?

A will is a legal document that outlines how you want your property and assets to be distributed after you die. You can also use a will to appoint a guardian for your minor children and to make other important decisions about your estate. 

Your will must be in writing and signed by you and two witnesses with the help of notary and witness services. The witnesses cannot be related to you or named as beneficiaries in your will. In some states, the witnesses must also sign an affidavit attesting to the validity of the will. 

If you die without a valid will, your property will be distributed according to your state’s intestacy laws. These laws determine how property is distributed among spouses, children, parents, siblings, and other relatives.

Requirements for a valid will

There are three requirements that need to be fulfilled in order for it to be considered valid: it needs to be written in legal terms, a witness must have been present at the time of signing, and there must also be two witnesses present as well

There must also be these things kept in mind:

1. The will must be in writing and signed by the testator (person making the will) in the presence of two or more witnesses. (Please check state requirements)
2. The witnesses must sign the will in the presence of the testator.
3. A valid will must be witnessed by two people who are present at the same time as the testator and who witness the testator signing the will.
4. The witnesses have to be at least a minimum age of 18 years old in the state of Oregon, must be mentally competent to understand what they are witnessing.
5. The witnesses cannot be beneficiaries under the will.

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