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Legal BriefsDo You Think You Are Too Young for a Will?evidence regarding the deceased spouse’s heirs. This can be accomplished with an Affidavit of Heirship. However, with an Affidavit of Heirship, you will need two disinterested witnesses, not relatives, who knew your deceased spouse for a lengthy time. The witnesses will need to swear under the penalty of perjury about the deceased spouse’s family history. It is usually difficult to find two witnesses who know the family history, and who are willing to swear about it.If the deceased spouse didn’t have children from a prior marriage, then the deceased spouse’s interest will belong entirely to the surviving spouse. But if there are stepchildren, then the surviving spouse will own his or her half of the home, and the stepchildren will own the other half of the home. The surviving spouse will have the right to reside in the home, but when the home is sold, then half of the proceeds will belong to the stepchildren! This can be avoided by having a professionally prepared Will.Kathleen Cassidy Goodman is an attorney in areas of estate planning, probate, civil litigation, and business law. She can be reached at her office in Helotes at (210) 949-1000 or for more information, visit www.bexarlaw.comServing Bulverde/ Spring Branch Since 2006Kathleen BanseState Farm Insurance Agent830-438-7025 33200 Hwy 281 N Bulverde, TX 78163 www.kathleenbanse.comAuto • Home • Business • Life • RentersGoing Solar Saves You $$• Own Your Own Energy• Zero Down• Federal Tax Credit• 30 Year Warranty• Guaranteed SavingsJUDY FRENCHPOWUR Consultant(210) 685-1214www.powur.com/judy.singletonMBy Kathleen Cassidy Goodman, PLLCany people think they are too young for a Will – but this is incorrect thinking. If you havepurchased a home – even if you are still making payments, then it’s time for a Will regardless of your age. If you have children, then you are not too young for a Will. If you have received an inheritance or accumulated assets, even if your hair isn’t gray – then you need a Will. If you are married and your spouse has children from a previous marriage, then don’t wait! You need a Will IMMEDIATELY!People frequently tell me, “I only own myhome so I don’t need a Will.” But, in the case where one spouse passes away, and he or she had children from a previous marriage, this assumption can have a devastating impact on the surviving spouse. Married couples may mistakenly assume that if their only asset is their home, and if they pass away, the title to the home will “automatically” be in their spouse’s name. It’s not that easy.If the deceased spouse didn’t have a Will, then before the surviving spouse can sell or refinance the home, the surviving spouse will need to provide sworn, documentarywww.ultraquip.comWe Provide A Large Selection ofNew and Pre-Owned Outdoor Equipment,Unparalleled Service and Support!• Yanmar Tractors • UTV’s • Scag Mowers• Echo Outdoor Power Equipment • Toro Mowers • Generators • Light TowersHours: Monday- Friday 7am- 4pmAnnual Open HousePre-Owned/Shop Rentals/Parts/RepairsJoin Us(210) 951-8088SATURDAY, MARCH 1140500 I-10 West, Boerne, TX 78006Food, drinks, door prizes and amazing deals on all equipment.9 am – 3pmFebruary 2023www.bsbhighlights.com 15Call Today!