Can I write my own will?
General Wills
Legally, yes - you can write your own will. However, it's risky and not recommended unless your situation is extremely simple.
DIY wills frequently have problems:
- Not properly witnessed - beneficiaries witnessing by mistake
- Vague language - causing family disputes about what you meant
- Missing essential clauses - like the residuary clause
- Invalid conditions - that courts strike out
- Incorrect legal language - making parts unenforceable
A DIY will might save you £70-80 initially, but mistakes can cost your family thousands in legal fees sorting it out later, not to mention months or years of delays and stress.
Modern online will services like WillsConnect (£89) provide:
- Step-by-step guidance
- Proper legal wording
- Expert review by qualified specialists
- All essential clauses included
- Protection against common mistakes
For the cost of a meal out, you get a professionally-drafted will that you can trust. It's simply not worth the risk of doing it yourself.