Can I draft a will that benefits my family as per my terms?

As per your query, we assume that you are is a Hindu. Further, we understand that there is no right or interest of any other person in your properties and that the same were held only by you

- Neha Pathak

I am 54-years-old and live with my wife and son . I own the house we live in as well as the adjacent house in which my mother resides. Additionally, I have investments in PPF (public provident fund) account, and various other assets. I am planning to write a will with my wife as the sole beneficiary. In case she predeceases me, I want the assets to go to my son. I want my mother to retain the flat till her demise, whereupon my son should get custody of that house. How do I accomplish all this with a will?

—Name withheld on request

We further understand that these are self-earned and self- created.

In a situation like this, the first option is creating a will.