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For example, the Last Will and Testament starts, “I, ____________________,”.  If you are making your own Last Will and Testament, print or type your name in the blank space. Then complete the Will by filling in all the other blanks on this form. It is recommended you complete this in your own hand, on a typewriter or a computer. Never allow a spouse, or beneficiary to fill in your Last Will and Testament, as this could be declared invalid.\nReview your Last Will and Testament to see that it says what you want it to say and is kept updated. If you have any questions of any nature whatsoever, talk with a lawyer licensed in your state.\nStep Two:  Signing the Last Will and Testament\nYou must sign your Last Will and Testament in full in front of two independent witnesses who should have no interest, or share in the Estate. This includes family members, beneficiaries, Executors, Trustees or appointed Guardians. Each witness must also sign in front of you and the other witness.\nNOTE: This form is for completing a very simple Last Will and Testament. If your Estate and/or wishes will be complicated, you are advised to seek the services of a professional advisor who can assist you to draw up a valid Will.\n\u000f\nLAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF:\n___________________________________________\nDATED: _______________________________\nLast Will and Testament\nI, the undersigned,\n(Full names) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\n(Identity number) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………\nof (residential address) …………………………………………………………………………….……………………\n………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………\nhereby declare that I am of sound mind and that this is to be my Last Will and Testament.  I hereby revoke all previous Wills or testamentary writings made by me.\nI nominate (full name) ………………………………………………………………………………….………………\n(Identity number) ……………………………………………………………………………………..…………………\n(Residential address)..……………………………………………………………………………..…….……………\n……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………….………\n……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………….………\nto be the Executor of my Estate. Should he/she be unwilling or unable to act as Executor, I nominate (full name) ………………………………………………………………………………\n(Identity number) ………………………………………………………………………………………..………………\n(Address) ………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..\n……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………….\nI direct that the Executor of my Estate shall/shall not be required by the Master of the High Court or other competent authority to give security for proper performance of his duties. (Give details of security to be given or draw a line through if not applicable).\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………\nPage 1 Signed by TESTATOR: ……………………………………………………..…….………………………\nWITNESS 1:  ………………………………..…………  WITNESS 2: ……………..…………..………………\nI direct that my Estate shall devolve and be distributed as follows:\nSpecial Bequests: ………………………………………………………………………………………………\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\n…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………\nAfter my special bequests I bequeath the residue of my Estate to:\n……………………………………………………………………","cbCairvmZByeZanw","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairvmZByeZanw","doc",45056,7,"English","# Instructions\n## Step One: Prepare the Last Will and Testament\n## Step Two: Signing the Last Will and Testament\n# Last Will and Testament Form\n## Testator and Appointment Details\n## Executor Security Direction\n## Bequests and Residue Distribution\n## Execution and Witness Signatures","[{\"question\":\"What are the two steps to complete a Last Will and Testament in this template?\",\"answer\":\"First, prepare the will by filling in all blanks and reviewing it to ensure it reflects your wishes. 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