QUOTE(idoblu @ Jul 19 2018, 11:21 AM)
how come online will writing no need two witness? sorry to dig this up
If only will writing online is as simple as what is mentioned.
You must know what is the criteria of having a valid will, which without it, the will is not valid and hence is as good as not having a will (Waste money).
Problem 1:
One of criteria for the will validity is that 2 witnesses must sign in the presence of the testator and vice versa. The main functions of witnesses is to ensure that the testator is of sound mind at the time the will is made. Without which, the will is not valid.
Problem 2:
For simple will that charge low fee, they do not have substitute executor, which may create another problem when the executor pass away before the testator -> results in will is not valid.
Problem 3:
Unless you are in this profession, otherwise you dont know what other things that you may have missed out. If you do not have residuary clause to cover assets not mentioned in the will, your will is incomplete and results in partial intestacy -> need to apply for Letter of Administrator (LA) with 2 sureties, etc. Huge difference between applying Grant of Probate or LA in terms of cost and time. Dont even mention the hassle with LA in terms of time, costs and whether can proceed at the end of the day when all beneficiaries need to unanimously agreed for the appointment of Administrator.
Problem 4:
Proper Custody. Think that safe box is safe? if no one find the testator's will, it is as good as not having a will.
Conclusion:
Reading and googling info is one thing but whether it can be used in reality world? good luck.
Because to write it without proper knowledge and advice, you may end up with a will that is may not be valid or will that is VALID but not complete, which results in partial intestacy. Moral of the story - you want a cheap but might not be a valid or complete will or you want to have a basic, complete and valid will that can works.