Question

What are the benefits of naming a secondary beneficiary in a will? Check all that apply. It could prevent a will from going into probate. It avoids confusion if the primary beneficiary dies first. It makes it less likely that there will be claims that the will is invalid. It allows for another option if the primary beneficiary cannot inherit. It identifies someone who can assess the value of assets in a will. It ensures that someone can act on a person’s behalf if he or she becomes hurt.

Answer 1

Answer:

• It could prevent a will from going into probate

•It avoids confusion if the primary beneficiary on dies first

•It allows for another option if the primary beneficiary cannot inherit it

Explanation:

A Secondary beneficiary otherwise known as contingent beneficiary is a person or an entity who has been named in a Will, insurance policy or trust to inherit assets therein should the main or primary beneficiary dies before the grantor.

Secondary beneficiary is important because should the primary beneficiary dies first, he is entitled to the benefits therein inorder to avoid confusion as to who should inherit the deceased's assets. It is also important because it provides other option where the primary beneficiary is not able to inherit the will i.e not found at the time of grantor's death or disclaim inheritance in the will, the secondary beneficiary inherits same and also prevent the will from going into probate i.e allowing it to pass through the court process which is oftentimes time consuming .