Legal Basics
- Can I store a digital copy of my signed Will?
- Can I Revoke a Will?
- What is a Grant of Probate? Who can apply?
- Who is the Testator?
- What is the Role of a Translator in Will writing?
- What are the duties of a guardian?
- Who is the Executor?
- What is the role of an Executor?
- Why and how are Cash Gifts given to the Guardian and Executor?
- Who is the Beneficiary?
- What is the difference between a Testamentary Trust and a Living Trust?
- Who should be Witnesses to a Will?
- Can a beneficiary be a witness to a Will?
- Can GM Legacy staff sign as witnesses to my Will?
- What if I need legal advice for more complicated Wills?
- What steps can I take to validate my Will? / When will my Will be in force?
- How do I execute my Will?
- Where should I store the Will?
- What is Will Custody?
- What should I do if I want my Will to be re-written?
- Does a Will on GM Legacy include a residuary clause?
- What is a residuary clause?
- In what circumstances will a Will be contested?
- Who determines the outcome of a contested Will?
- How can I prevent my Will from being contested?
- Will my Will be revoked upon my marriage or divorce?
- Will my Will be revoked if there is a change in my personal details such as name, or identification number, or residential address?
- How often should I update my Will?
- Can my Will take precedence over any current life insurance policy I have?
- Is my money in my Central Provident Fund (CPF) accounts covered by the Will?