The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted many individuals, including teachers in Colorado, to prioritize estate planning. Prior to the school year starting, some of these professionals were in the process of completing their Last Wills. What’s interesting is where and when some teachers are signing their Wills. The pandemic served as a stark reminder of the fragility of life. Humanity has been through this before with the Spanish influenza, the plague and subsequently, the global pandemic. Teachers, who play a vital role in communities, were impacted by being forced (in certain places) to teach in-class while the pandemic was raging across the planet in 2020. They were prompted to face their mortality and take proactive steps to ensure their affairs are in order, including creating wills.
Teachers understand the importance of safeguarding their loved ones and assets. By creating wills, they can designate beneficiaries, distribute their estates as desired, and provide clarity on matters such as custody of minor children, ensuring their wishes are respected. The pandemic has created an atmosphere of uncertainty. Teachers recognize the need to be prepared for any eventuality. By creating wills, they can outline their wishes, nominate guardians, and alleviate potential burdens on their families during challenging times.
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