The Importance of Having a Will: A FREE Gift from WHUT To You!
Creating a will is a crucial step in ensuring that your wishes are honored and your loved ones are taken care of after you pass away. Despite its importance, many people delay or avoid this task due to perceived complexity and cost. To address this, WHUT Howard University Television is delighted to offer our supporters free, lifetime access to Giving Docs’ premium estate planning platform.
Why You Need a Will
A will is a legal document that outlines how you want your assets distributed, who will care for your minor children, and how you wish your pets to be looked after. Without a will, state laws will determine these matters, which may not align with your personal wishes. Here are some key reasons why having a will is essential:
Control Over Your Assets: A will allows you to specify exactly who will receive your property and possessions, ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
Guardianship of Minor Children: If you have minor children, a will enables you to designate a guardian to care for them, providing peace of mind that they will be looked after by someone you trust.
Avoiding Family Disputes: Clearly outlining your wishes can help prevent conflicts among family members, as your intentions are legally documented.
Supporting Charitable Causes: A will allows you to leave a legacy by donating to causes and organizations that are important to you, such as WHUT Howard University Television.
WHUT and Giving Docs: Making Estate Planning Accessible
Traditionally, creating a will can be both expensive and time-consuming. To make this process easier and more accessible, WHUT is pleased to offer our supporters free access to Giving Docs. This platform provides a full suite of estate planning tools that are legally binding in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Here’s what you can do with Giving Docs:
Create a Will or Trust: Start fresh with a new will or trust, tailored to your specific needs.
Update Your Will: Use a codicil to make updates to your existing will.
Designate Beneficiaries: Ensure your assets go to the right people or organizations.
Durable Power of Attorney: Appoint someone to make financial decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so.
Advance Healthcare Directive: Outline your healthcare preferences in case you are unable to communicate them.
Charitable Giving Tools: Easily include charitable gifts in your estate plan.
Get Started Today
Creating your will with Giving Docs is simple and can be done in just a few minutes. You are not required to leave a gift to WHUT or any other organization to use this service. This is our gift to you, ensuring that you have the tools you need to protect your loved ones and your legacy.
Remember, this offer is free to you, compliments of WHUT Howard University Television.
For more information or to get started, please visit this webpage.