My husband and I have a recent will made while we lived in North Carolina. We recently moved to South Carolina. Besides the move, nothing else changed. Do we need a new will?
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My husband and I have a recent will made while we lived in North Carolina. We recently moved to South Carolina. Besides the move, nothing else changed. Do we need a new will?
Will made in North Carolina by an attorney about 5 years ago.
Recently moved to South Carolina
No changes
Asked on October 15, 2016 under Estate Planning, South Carolina
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
As long as your Will was valid in your former state of residence, it is valid in the state in which you now reside. That having been said, it may be a good idea hve it reviewed it to make sure any changes in your life's circumstances does not necessitate an update to your Will.
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