Did you know that the best-selling item at Walmart is bananas? It’s true, and has been for several years. So the next time you need a great price on your favorite yellow fruit, go ahead and head for Walmart.

But steer clear of the world’s largest retailer when you need a will or other estate planning documents.

While not available in the U.S. (yet), Walmart sells wills for $299 in several Canadian locations. You can also get powers of attorney at the boutique law shop called Axess Law set up in Walmart. And in our opinion, that’s not just bananas, it’s nuts too.

Creating an estate plan is something you do to leave a legacy of care and love for the people who matter to you the most. Working with an attorney who understands your goals and wishes for your family and can articulate those in a well-crafted estate plan is a much better alternative than relying on a one-stop shopping experience, be it at Walmart or through online legal websites with standard forms that can’t begin to know what you truly want and deserve for your loved ones.

Having the caring guidance of Simpson Law Firm will ensure that your estate plan takes advantage of the ever-changing state and federal laws as well as reduces the potential for family feuds.

If you’re the parent of minor children, your attorney will help you create a valid will that ensures the well-being and care of your children; without one, a judge will make that decision for you (or your kids could even be taken from your home temporarily).

Even if you don’t have minor or dependent children, you have things that will have to be handled after you are gone, and a $299 will is likely only going to make it worse for the people left to clean up the mess.

Estate laws vary by state, which is another good reason to have Simpson Law Firm  guide you. The probate process can be lengthy and arduous; your attorney can help you and your family stay out of court, saving time, money, and stress.

Finally, many life circumstances — remarriage, divorce, new children — impact your estate plan, so be sure you review it annually and keep it updated when things change. Having an estate planning lawyer who knows you and your family makes it much easier to keep your plan on track, so it will always be just what your family needs, when they need it.

This article is a service of Simpson Law Firm. We do not just draft documents; we ensure you make informed and empowered decisions about life and death for yourself and the people you love. We offer an Estate Planning session, during which you will get more financially organized than you’ve ever been before and we will assist you in making all the best choices for the people you love. You can begin by contacting us here, https://simpsonestatelaw.com/contact-us or calling us at 803-764-9555, and one of our friendly client service assistants will help you set up your consultation.