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Bequests

Description:

Bequests refer to the act of leaving or making a gift of personal property or assets through a last will or testament. It is a legal means through which individuals can distribute their possessions or wealth to specific individuals, organizations, or charities after their death.

Examples:

1. His bequests to various charities helped improve the lives of countless people in need.
2. Mary was surprised to receive a significant bequest from her distant relative's estate.
3. John has decided to make a bequest in his will, leaving his antique collection to his granddaughter.

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• Guide to Estate Planning and Bequests
• The Art of Charitable Bequests: The Gift Planning Practitioner's Handbook
• Estate and Trust Administration For Dummies