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Specific bequest

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A quick definition of Specific bequest:

Specific bequest means giving a particular thing to someone in a will. This thing is very clear and the person who will receive it is also very clear. For example, if someone says in their will that they are giving their house to their daughter, this is a specific bequest. But if they just say they are giving a house to their daughter, it might be a problem if they have more than one house or more than one daughter.

A more thorough explanation:

Specific bequest is a legal term used in a will to refer to a specific property that is given to a particular person. This means that the property is clearly identified, and the person who is supposed to receive it is also clearly stated.

For example, if John writes a will and leaves his car to his son, this is a specific bequest. The car is clearly identified, and the son is the intended recipient.

However, if John writes a will and leaves his "house" to his daughter, this is not a specific bequest. This is because John may have more than one house, and it is not clear which house he is referring to. Also, if John has more than one daughter, it is not clear which daughter he intends to receive the house.

Another example of a specific bequest is if John leaves his antique watch to his grandson. The watch is clearly identified, and the grandson is the intended recipient.

Specific bequests are important because they help to avoid confusion and disputes during the probate process. When the property and the recipient are clearly identified, it is easier for the executor of the will to distribute the assets according to the wishes of the deceased.

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