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The original was posted on /r/lifeprotips by /u/Blue_Henri on 2025-06-23 05:47:51+00:00.

If God forbid the worst happens and you were to pass away, your minor children will inherit your estate without a Will. Minors cannot inherit money until they reach the age of majority, and a financial guardian must be appointed, which will naturally be that Ex you just divorced if you do not spell out in a Will who that person should be. Now let’s take this further to when you remarry. If you and your new spouse own property together and have not yet done your Estate Planning, your minor children could inherit some portion of the house you live in. Can you imagine your Ex being in charge of your minor child’s assets then? Different states have different rules. If you have minor children please see an attorney and get your Will prepared and executed ASAP.