All parents have dreams for their children, but what happens if you're not around to see them come true? The decision of who gets custody of your child is never easy, but it’s important you make your desires clear in your will now; especially if you’re raising a child with special needs. Unless you want is a judge to make that choice for you, now is the time for you to act - and this guide can get you started.

No one wants to have to think about their own death; and yet, if you truly love your relatives and next-of-kin, the best way to avoid adding pain to your passing is by making your wishes clear in a will. While laws vary from state to state, in general, without a will, a judge in probate court decides where all of your stuff goes and to whom. And despite the relative ease and affordability, over half of all adult Americans still haven’t drafted one.

When it's time to cover your assets, we have some tips to get you started.