Do I need a new will after getting married?

Marriage can change inheritance rights and may affect how an older will is interpreted under state law. For this legal issue, a will should be reviewed after major changes such as marriage, divorce, a birth, a death, a move, a major asset purchase, or a change in relationships. In the estate planning context, updating the document is usually safer than writing notes on the old version. Both state rules and the account paperwork can affect the result, so have a qualified professional review the details before acting.