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District of Columbia Beneficiary Designation Review Checklist

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What's Included

District of Columbia-specific Beneficiary Designation Review Checklist. Audits life insurance, IRAs, 401(k)s, TOD/POD accounts, and brokerage accounts under D.C. Code §§ 19-601 et seq. (nonprobate transfers) and D.C. Uniform TOD Security Registration Act (D.C. Code §§ 28-2901 et seq.). Covers post-divorce revocation (D.C. Code § 18-110), SECURE Act coordination, D.C. Medicaid estate recovery (D.C. Code § 4-213.01), and D.C. estate tax threshold ($4,000,000 — relevant for high-value beneficiary planning). Instant .docx download.

Declaration & revocation of all prior wills
Family declarations (spouse + children)
Specific personal property bequests (3 slots)
Real property bequests with deed references
Residuary estate — 3 distribution options
Guardian nomination for minor children
Personal Representative appointment + powers
Pet care provisions
Digital assets & online account directives
Survivorship, anti-lapse, and governing law
Witness attestation blocks
Self-proving affidavit (notary optional)
Step-by-step execution instructions

Who This Is For

  • Residents with straightforward estates
  • Individuals who want a solid will without attorney fees
  • Married couples (each spouse needs their own)
  • Anyone ready to get their affairs in order

NOT Appropriate For

  • Business owners with complex ownership interests
  • Blended families with competing inheritance claims
  • Property owners in multiple states
  • Taxable estates (over federal exemption)

Legal Disclaimer

This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by purchase. Consult a licensed District of Columbia attorney for advice specific to your situation.

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