Estate planning for singles and unmarried couples (straight and LGBT)

Hallo nieces and nephews, uncle just want to give a reminder to please do up your will so that your assets are distributed according to your wishes upon your demise.

I am not being morbid, life can be unpredictable so it is best to ensure that your loved ones are taken care of, and not put through unwarranted stress.

Especially for same-sex couples, remember that the current law on distribution of intestate assets (ie no will) goes to legal spouse, children and parents - if none, then your estate is held in trust for your siblings, grandparents, uncles, aunts and great-grandparents to claim. Your partner will face a very steep uphill legal battle to obtain anything.

So make a will, a simple one only costs RM300+ if you do it directly with Amanahraya. The form is on their website.

Look after yourselves now.