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Missouri Letter of Instruction Template

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What's Included

Missouri-specific fill-in-the-blank Letter of Instruction. Non-legally-binding companion document for Missouri wills, trusts, and estate plans under Mo. Rev. Stat. §§ 473.001 et seq.. Covers Missouri Small Estate Affidavit ($40,000 limit, Mo. Rev. Stat. § 473.097), Missouri Medicaid estate recovery (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 473.398), Missouri Probate Division overview, and Missouri DOR vehicle title transfer. Includes notes on Missouri's simplified refusal of letters and Missouri TOD deed (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 461.025). Guides executor, successor trustee, and loved ones through locating financial accounts, real property, insurance policies, digital assets, and professional advisor contacts. Includes memorial preferences and special instructions section. 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 Missouri attorney for advice specific to your situation.

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