Can you write your own will?

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Of course, you can write a will yourself, but it is important to remember that certain formal requirements must be met for the will to be valid. It must be in writing and witnessed by two adult witnesses who are not favoured in the will. Although you can write it yourself and include what you want, it will only be valid if it complies with the Inheritance Act. Some knowledge of inheritance law is therefore required to write a valid will.

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