Widower runs into problems with CPF over will
Mr Lim Yew Seng, 59, is facing a problem with the distribution of his late wife's CPF savings Anyone can draft a will for themselves in Singapore, as long as they meet a list of criteria. A will is a legal document containing instructions for the distribution of one’s assets upon death. Without a will, the distribution of your assets will be handled by the state. Hence, a will ensures that any special wishes you have will be carried out without any confusion or disputes within your family. However, there are a few key points to note for your will to be respected by the law: Register your will with the Insolvency and Public Trustee’s Office Depositing information about your will to the Wills Registry , maintained by the Public Trustee, makes it easier to establish its validity. While the registry does not record the actual contents of your will, testators or the appointed lawyers can submit details such as the location and date of the will. Write a new will after marr