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Learn when and how to modify your estate planning documents. Discover common changes to wills, trusts, and beneficiaries plus execution requirements for upda...
You can modify your will through a codicil (an amendment) or by creating an entirely new will that revokes the old one. A codicil must meet the same execution requirements as your original will, including proper witnessing and notarization where required by your state. Many people find it simpler to create a new will rather than adding multiple codicils, as this reduces confusion and ensures all changes are clearly documented in one place.