ou love your children and want to ensure that they are always taken care of. The desire to provide for them may also be shared by their grandparents, aunts, and uncles. However, when leaving money and property to minor children, even the best intentions can lead to big problems. Common mistakes can cause chaos for your family. Here is what you need to know to protect and provide for the children you love.

It is a topic no parent wants to think about: What would happen to your children if you were gone? However, facing this question is one of the most loving and powerful things you can do for your kids. If you take no steps to legally nominate a guardian for your minor children, a judge who does not know your family will determine who raises them. The nominated guardian will be responsible for raising and caring for your children when you cannot.

You want to ensure that your child is always protected, no matter what. While legal documents are the last thing you want to think about, creating a will and other estate planning tools is one of the most loving things you can do for your child. As a Dad and a lawyer, I always say, “Pray for the best and plan for the worst.” With that mantra in mind, here are five key things every new parent should know about wills.

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