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Updated 2026·By Willable Team·2 min read

When Should You Update Your Will?

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Quick answer · Applies to Ireland

Review your will after major life events: marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, a significant change in finances, or the death of a beneficiary or executor. Even without a big change, a review every few years keeps it accurate.

A will should be reviewed regularly to ensure it still reflects your circumstances.

Major life events are often a good reason to update a will. This includes marriage, divorce, the birth of children, or significant financial changes.

If a beneficiary or executor passes away, the will should also be reviewed.

Even if nothing major changes, reviewing your will every few years helps ensure it remains relevant and accurate.

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