Storing it in a Fireproof Safe
If you do decide to keep your original will at home, it deserves better protection than a filing cabinet, desk drawer, or couch cushion. A fireproof or waterproof safe can keep a will shielded from the elements, while making it easy for an executor to locate.
Not Storing it in a Safe Deposit Box
Storing a will in a safe deposit box may seem like a good idea, but it is not without its risks.
Banks, like most financial institutions, will not simply allow third-party access to another person’s safe deposit box. Even if the executor is entitled to access it, they may have a difficult time proving their position if the will is locked away inside the same bank demanding documentation.
Using Your Attorney’s Office
The Law Firm of Kavesh, Minor & Otis, Inc. could help you draft a valid and ironclad will and ensure that the original, or any copies, remain safe from prying eyes and bad intent.
