What is the single most important thing to do after you have written a will?

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Calgary Legal Will
Frequently Asked Question
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Question
What is the single most important thing to do
after you have written a will?
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Answer
This is the single most important thing to do
after you have written a will. Let others know
that you have written a will and let them know
where it is kept. At the very least, you should
let your executor and alternate executor know
where your will is being kept, but you may want
to let other family members or friends know of
its location as well.
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Answer (Contd.)
Unfortunately, if a wills existence remains a
secret, or if its location remains a secret, it
is as good as useless. Some jurisdictions may
have wills registries, but that is not currently
the case in Alberta. In order to probate an
estate, your executor must (in almost all
circumstances) provide the court with an original
will.
Typically, a photocopy of a will is not
sufficient. You should also let your executor or
representative know of other important documents,
such as your power of attorney, personal
directive, or life insurance policy. As a rule,
these documents only serve a purpose if others
know of them and can find them.
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