Happy Fourth of July! How are you spending this Thursday with your loved ones? With glowing fireworks and sparklers, or with fun backyard BBQs and games? For many Americans, the Fourth is a time for festivities, family gatherings, and a time to honor the history and traditions of the United States. No matter how you celebrate the birth of our nation on this Independence Day, let’s not also forget the many sacrifices that were made to bring our country its freedom that we enjoy every day.
A Veteran's Legacy
Whether or not you’ve been an active military member before or personally know someone who has, it’s undeniable that a veteran’s impact is felt by every United States citizen through their service and legacy. A veteran’s legacy can be appreciated in different forms, like national and local memorials erected across the nation, or online and digital exhibits like the Veteran Legacy Memorial. But most importantly, veterans leave the lasting legacy of their cherished families and invaluable peace they help secure for our nation.
One meaningful way in which a veteran can extend their legacy even after their passing is by writing a will, which allows them the freedom to delegate their assets and estate to their loved ones. A veteran can even choose to add fellow service members, military organizations, or charities that are important to them in their will. Additionally, a will allows the writer to nominate the person they’d like to act as their legal representative after passing, designate a guardian for their minor children, and can help minimize taxes and other costs.
However, did you know that less than half of Americans have written a will, despite its importance in safeguarding their families’ futures? In a recent survey, respondents said they either lacked the motivation, didn’t see the need, didn’t know how to proceed, or couldn’t afford to proceed in writing a will. Besides these challenges that all Americans face, veterans can also face unique circumstances because of their military service, which may impact the process of how their belongings are distributed to potential recipients.
To help honor our veterans’ legacies and also aid the process of establishing their loved ones’ futures, we’ve created the Will Kit and Burial Guide for Veterans available at no cost to you. We understand how daunting it may seem to write a will and aim to make it straightforward to veterans and their family members.
At Protect My Family, we want to ensure that the legacies of our country’s brave heroes are established through early planning and protection, and we firmly believe that this process should be simple and accessible to all. Help yourself or your loved one celebrate this Independence Day with peace of mind for the future by starting with our no cost Will Kit and Burial Guide for Veterans today. Wishing you and your family a safe and fun Fourth of July!
