| GENERAL INFORMATION |
| What if I need to make changes to the Personal Information section for a document? |
| If a name has been misspelled, or an address needs to be changed for a document that has a... more |
| Are documents created using LegacyWriter legal? |
| LegacyWriter's goal is to provide self-help estate planning forms that cover many situ... more |
| What are your prices (cost)? |
| Last Will and Testament: $19.95 Power of Attorney: $19.95 Living Will: $14.95 Medical Powe... more |
| How to cancel a service. |
| Here are the procedures for cancelling a number of LegacyWriter services: You have entered... more |
| How do I download and print my documents? |
| To download and print your document(s), do the following: Log into your account by enter... more |
| How do I purchase a document? |
| A customer pays for the document after completing the interview. LegacyWriter is designed... more |
| For how long may I make changes to my document after purchase? |
| With a LegacyWriter purchase you have 60 days to update and download your documents as oft... more |
| Can I view a sample document? |
| Unfortunately, LegacyWriter documents are generated with information the customer provide... more |
| How do I make changes to my document(s)? |
| To make changes to your documents: Log in to your account by entering your e-mail address ... more |
| LegacyWriter Customer Service Information |
| LegacyWriter provides fast and courteous customer service. For the fastest response pleas... more |
| How do I delete my documents or remove my personal information from LegacyWriter? |
| All unpurchased documents are automatically removed from LegacyWriter.com during routine m... more |
| How to save document information. |
| Document information is saved by creating a LegacyWriter account. There are a number of w... more |
| What is your Guarantee? |
| Your purchases are backed by a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee. Simply e-mail cust... more |
| Billing issues. |
| For any concerns about prices or credit card charges please contact customer service at in... more |
| How do I create an account? |
| To create a LegacyWriter account simply: Begin the interview for any type of document, for... more |
| Will I get a receipt after I make my purchase? |
| After you submit your payment a transaction receipt will be e-mailed to you. You may also... more |
| How to log back into your account. |
| To log back into your account, enter your e-mail address and password in the upper right c... more |
| What is the LegacyWriter privacy policy? |
| LegacyWriter is committed to providing a private and secure site. Your account, document,... more |
| My E-mail address has changed. |
| You may update your email address using this procedure: Log in to your account in the uppe... more |
| Does LegacyWriter accept any form of payment other than credit or debit cards? |
| Unfortunately, we currently only accept online credit or debit card payment (Visa, Masterc... more |
| How long will it take to receive my documents in the mail? |
| If you choose to have LegacyWriter ship your documents to you by postal mail, the document... more |
| I forgot my password or other login information. |
| If you have forgotten your password, you may have it sent to you by e-mail by clicking the... more |
| How do I update my email address, password or credit card information? |
| On the Account Summary screen select "Account Settings." On the next screen you... more |
| How do I update my shipping address? |
| On the Account Summary screen select "Account Settings" and enter your new shipp... more |
| What if I don't have an e-mail address? |
| If you do not have an e-mail address you may enter a name for this account in the email ad... more |
| How do I change my password? |
| Log in to your account in the upper right portion of this page using your e-mail address ... more |
| Does it matter if I use my P.O. Box instead of my actual physical address on my estate planning documents? |
| While it is generally best to use the address where you actually reside, using a P.O. Box ... more |
| Does LegacyWriter offer Living Trusts? |
| No, we do not offer Living Trusts at the present time. |
| WILLS |
| What makes a Will legal? |
| A Will must be properly signed (executed) in order to be legal and valid. The process of s... more |
| Choosing witnesses for a Will. |
| Two witnesses are required (three in Vermont) to the signing of a Will. The witnesses may... more |
| Signing a Will |
| Note: The general requirements presented here are for informational purposes, you will rec... more |
| Is my state supported? |
| LegacyWriter creates Wills for 49 states and the District of Columbia. Louisiana is not in... more |
| What is probate? |
| Probate is the legal process following a person's death that includes: Proving the a... more |
| What is a self-proving affidavit? |
| A self-proving affidavit appropriate for use in your state will be included with your Will... more |
| How to create a trust for your children. |
| LegacyWriter provides two options for child trusts that are created in a Will. To view th... more |
| What is a codicil and does LegacyWriter offer this option? |
| A codicil is an addition to a Last Will and Testament. A codicil may explain, modify, add ... more |
| Where should I keep my Will? |
| After the Will is signed, it should be placed in a safe place known to others. You may ma... more |
| Can I choose an executor that is also a beneficiary of the Will? |
| Yes, as an example a family member is often chosen as the executor and is also a beneficia... more |
| How long will it take to receive my Will? |
| Your completed Will will be e-mailed to you immediately after purchase, it will also be av... more |
| I already have a Will. How do I revoke it? |
| LegacyWriter Wills contain a clause which revokes any Wills created earlier. The new Will... more |
| Does a Last Will and Testament ever expire? |
| A Last Will and Testament does not expire. However, if a new Will is executed, it replace... more |
| What is residuary estate? |
| Residuary estate is all of the property that is left over after all specific gifts are dis... more |
| Can married couples create one Will that covers both people? |
| No, that is called a "Joint Will" and may not be created using LegacyWriter. Th... more |
| May I make changes to my Will after I purchase it? |
| Yes, you may make changes to your Will for 60 days after purchase at no additional charge.... more |
| How do I add more gifts of cash or specific bequests? |
| If you have more gifts of cash or specific bequests than will not fit into the interview, ... more |
| What happens if one or both of the witnesses that signed my will die before I do? |
| A Will that was valid when it was originally executed remains valid, even if one or both o... more |
| My Will mentions an "inter vivos" gift. What does this mean? |
| "Inter vivos" is Latin for "between the living" and it refers to somet... more |
| Does LegacyWriter work for Same Sex married couples? |
| Unfortunately, LegacyWriter documents are generated with the marital designation of Wife a... more |
| What is the difference between "per capita" and "per stirpes?" |
| Per Capita is Latin for "by head." Decedent has three children: A,B, and C. Ch... more |
| What are the responsibilities of a guardian? |
| The term “guardian” has different meanings in different states, but generally speaking, gu... more |
| Glossary for Wills |
| Codicil: A document that adds to, subtracts from, qualifies, modifies, revokes, or otherw... more |
| Can I have my Will witnessed by people who do not live in my home state? |
| There is no requirement that the witnesses to your Will be from the same state where you r... more |
| Does a widow/widower choose married or single for marital status? |
| A widow or widower should choose 'Single' as their marital status. |
| What is the price for a Will? |
| The price for a Will is $19.95. We accept all major credit cards and debit cards. |
| Does a Will need to be notarized? |
| No, a notary is not required in order to create a legal and valid Will. |
| Does LegacyWriter offer will codicils? |
| No, a codicil may not be created using LegacyWriter at this time. |
| LIVING WILLS (Advanced Health Care Directives) |
| What makes a Living Will legal? |
| A Living Will must be properly signed (executed) in order to be legal and valid. The proce... more |
| What is the difference between a Last Will and Testament and a Living Will? |
| A Last Will and Testament, commonly referred to as a Will, allows you to specify who will ... more |
| Signing a Living Will (Advanced Health Care Directive) |
| Note: The general requirements presented here are for informational purposes, you will rec... more |
| Does a living will need to be notarized? |
| No, in the majority of states a notary is not required. North Carolina, South Carolina, a... more |
| What is the price for a Living Will? |
| The price for a Living Will also known as an Advanced Health Care Directive is $14.95. We... more |
| May I make changes to my Living Will after I purchase it? |
| Yes, you may make changes to your Living Will for 60 days after purchase at no additional ... more |
| What is euthanasia? |
| The act or practice of killing or permitting the death of a person who is terminally ill o... more |
| Is my state supported? |
| Yes, LegacyWriter™ creates Living Wills for all 50 states. |
| Is a doctor required to follow a Living Will? |
| Doctors and healthcare providers are generally required by law to follow a Living Will. |
| Who can create a Living Will? |
| A Living Will may be created by an adult that is at least 18 years old and of sound mind. |
| FINANCIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY |
| What makes a Power of Attorney legal? |
| A Power of Attorney must be properly signed (executed) in order to be legal and valid. The... more |
| Signing a Financial Power of Attorney |
| Note: The general requirements presented here are for informational purposes, you will rec... more |
| What happens to a power of attorney after the person dies? |
| After the Principal (the person who the power of attorney was created for) dies, the Power... more |
| What types of things does a Financial Power of Attorney cover? |
| You may choose any or all of the following to be covered by the Power of Attorney. Real Es... more |
| Will the Power of Attorney work in a different state than the state where the grantor lives? |
| If you intend to use the power of attorney in a different state than the state where the g... more |
| How long is a Financial Power of Attorney document? |
| A LegacyWriter Power of Attorney document ranges in length from 5-17 pages, the length dep... more |
| How long will it take to receive my Power of Attorney? |
| Your completed Power of Attorney will be e-mailed to you immediately after purchase, it wi... more |
| May I make changes to my Power of Attorney after I purchase it? |
| Yes, you may make changes to your Power of Attorney for 60 days after purchase at no addit... more |
| What is a "springing" Power of Attorney? |
| If a Power of Attorney contains language indicating that it becomes effective upon disabil... more |
| What is the price for a Power of Attorney? |
| The price for a Power of Attorney for finances is $19.95. We accept all major credit card... more |
| Can my Agent live in a different state than I do? |
| There is no requirement that your Agent (also known as an Attorney-in-Fact) reside in the ... more |
| Is my state supported? |
| Yes, LegacyWriter™ creates powers of attorney for all 50 states. |
| MEDICAL POWER OF ATTORNEY |
| Signing a Medical Power of Attorney |
| Note: The general requirements presented here are for informational purposes, you will rec... more |
| What is the price for a Medical Power of Attorney? |
| The price for a Medical Power of Attorney also known as a Health Care Power of Attorney i... more |
| How long will it take to receive my Power of Attorney? |
| Your completed Power of Attorney will be e-mailed to you immediately after purchase, it wi... more |
| May I make changes to my Medical Power of Attorney after I purchase it? |
| Yes, you may make changes to your Power of Attorney for 60 days after purchase at no addit... more |
| Can my Agent live in a different state than I do? |
| There is no requirement that your Agent (also known as an Attorney-in-Fact) reside in the ... more |
