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Will Requirements in Iowa
Important Notes
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The testator must be a person of “full age and sound mind”
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The will must be signed in the presence of two witnesses
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At least one witness must not be related to the testator
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Age of Testator
- Any person of “full age and sound mind”
Number of Witnesses
- Two, 16 years old or older
Oral (Nuncupative) Wills
- Not recognized
Holographic (Handwritten) Wills
- Not valid unless executed per §633.279
Revocation of Wills
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