A codicil is a legal document used to update a will.It can vary in cost, depending on how you create it. Writing one yourself is often free with paper or online tools. Online platforms could offer ...

A codicil is a document that modifies, amends or revokes all or part of a will without replacing it. Codicils can help you avoid having to write a new will.

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FP Answers: Frank, codicils are legal documents with two witnesses that are used to add or remove simple items in existing, valid wills.Most lawyers now prepare new wills rather than make codicils.

Q: I’m interested in making a small change to my will.I’d like to leave a $10,000 gift to a favourite niece of mine. The rest of my estate is split between my three adult children. Can I do ...