The Legal Art Of Last Wills: Your Step-By-Step Guide by Funera Sydney

So, you've spilled your thoughts onto paper, and now it's time to make it official – signing your Last Will & Testament. If you're not there yet, kick start the process with Funera Sydney.

In the Spotlight: Witnessing Your Will

Your Will is just a digital ghost until it hits paper and meets two adult witnesses. Both are vital – a single signature or a missing witness renders your Will powerless.

The Signature Symphony

Get your witnesses, use a dark pen, and, like a well-choreographed dance, take turns signing your Will. Multiple pages? Each one needs the same treatment to prevent mischief.

The Witnesses: No VIP Pass Required

No need for a Justice of the Peace; witnesses just need to be 18, sane, and see you signing. But here's the catch: witnesses can't be your Will's BFFs. No beneficiaries, executors, or relatives. Better to keep it neutral. Some places have a 'witness-beneficiary rule,' so steer clear to avoid drama.

The Weight of Witnessing: Why It's a Big Deal

If your Will goes to court, the signing dance becomes critical. Stray from the steps, and your Will might be a no-go. In the legal rumble post-mortem, your witnesses might get a court date. They become the Will's bodyguards in the legal arena.

Your Will's Checklist: Navigating Smooth Waters

• Have you thoroughly understood your Will?
• Are there two adult witnesses present to observe your signing and dating?
• Is the Will properly dated?
• Have you, in the presence of both witnesses, signed each page of your Will?
• Have the witnesses reciprocated by signing each page in your presence?
• Is your Will securely stored, with your executors aware of its location?

Parting Wisdom on Wills

Once signed, resist the urge to doodle on it. Changes? Fresh print and sign. And, please, no staples, pins, or paper clips. This guide unravels the Will mystery, ensuring your Funera Sydney journey is smooth. Got questions? Call us.