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LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT

OF

I, , an adult resident citizen of , County, North Carolina, being of sound and disposing mind and memory, do hereby make, publish and declare this to be my Last Will and Testament, hereby revoking any and all other wills and codicils heretofore made by me.

ITEM I.

My wife's name is , and she is sometimes referred to herein as "my Spouse". I have children now living and they are:

They are herein referred to individually as "my Child" and collectively as "my Children." In the event I have a Child or Children born subsequent to the date of execution of this Will, I direct that each such Child and his or her descendants shall share in my estate to the same extent as provided for my Children herein named.

ITEM II.

I appoint my Spouse as Executrix of my Estate under this Will. I direct my Executrix to pay all of my just debts and obligations which may be probated, registered and allowed against my estate as soon as may be conveniently done. For convenience, the Executrix shall be referred to herein as "Executor."

ITEM III.

I hereby direct my Executor to pay all "death taxes" out of the property devised and bequeathed to THE FAMILY TRUST established under the provisions of Item IX of this Will, to the extent the assets of said trust are sufficient to pay the death taxes. In the event the assets of THE FAMILY TRUST are not sufficient to pay all death taxes, my residuary estate should be used to pay such taxes to the extent they are in excess of the assets in the trust.

I specifically authorize and direct my Executor, if my Executor deems it in the best interest of my estate and my beneficiaries to request reimbursement of any such death taxes under the provisions of Section 2207A of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and any similar provision of North Carolina law or any other law from any qualified terminal interest property included in my estate for purposes of such death taxes.

ITEM IV.

I devise and bequeath to my Spouse, if she survives me, any interest I may own in our residence which is occupied by us as a family home, subject to any indebtedness that may be against our home at my death. If my Spouse shall not survive me, I devise and bequeath my interest in our home to THE FAMILY TRUST created by the provisions of Item IX of this Will, to be held, administered and disposed of in accordance with the terms of that trust.

ITEM V.

I give and bequeath to my Spouse, if she survives me, my automobiles, clothing, books, jewelry, sport equipment and other personal effects owned by me at the time of my death. If my Spouse does not survive me, I bequeath these items of personal property as set forth below.

I direct my Executor to divide all such property into two (2) parts, the first of which shall contain so much of such property as my Executor shall determine that I would wish to have preserved for my Children, and the second of which shall contain the balance of such property. I give the first of such parts to such of my Children as survive me, to be divided among them as they may agree, or in the absence of such agreement or if one or more of my Children is a minor, as my Executor shall determine. I direct my Executor to dispose of the second portion of such property by sale or otherwise as my Executor shall determine.

ITEM VI.

I give and bequeath all my household furniture, furnishings, ornamental decorations, silverware, china, pictures, linen, glassware and the like located in my home to my Spouse. If my Spouse does not survive me, I bequeath these items to my Children in equal shares, per stirpes. I may leave a separate memorandum containing directions for the specific disposition to be made of certain of the assets bequeathed under this Item.

ITEM VII.

A. In the event I am survived by my Spouse, after the payment of any debts, obligations and expenses of my estate, I devise and bequeath to , as Trustee of THE FAMILY TRUST, provided for in Item IX of this Will, an amount equal to the largest amount that can pass free of federal estate tax ...

B. In the event I am not survived by my Spouse, these assets shall be distributed as part of my residuary estate.

ITEM VIII.

A. I give, devise and bequeath to my Spouse, if she survives me, all the rest and residue of my estate.

B. If my Spouse shall not survive me, then I devise and bequeath the residue of my estate to THE FAMILY TRUST created by the provisions of Item IX of this Will to be held, administered and disposed of in accordance with the terms of that trust.

C. My Spouse shall have the right to disclaim all or any part of her interest in any property which I have devised or bequeathed to her...

ITEM IX.

The assets conveyed to THE FAMILY TRUST hereof, reduced by death taxes as provided in Item III hereof, shall be held by , as Trustee, under the terms hereafter set forth, for the benefit of my Spouse and my Children.

A. The Trustee shall distribute to or for the benefit of my Spouse and Children as much of the net income as the Trustee deems advisable for the education, support, maintenance and health of any of the beneficiaries...

B. In addition to the income distributions, the Trustee may pay to or for the benefit of my Spouse and Children as much principal as the Trustee deems advisable...

C. Upon the death of my Spouse, the Trustee shall divide the assets of this trust into equal and separate shares...

D. The Trustee shall permit any beneficiary to elect, at the time that beneficiary's trust is to be distributed to him or her, to have such trust continue...

E. None of the principal or income of this trust shall be liable for the debts or obligations of any beneficiary...

F. In the event all of the persons and classes designated as beneficiaries of this trust die prior to the distribution of all trust assets...

G. This trust shall be designated and known as THE FAMILY TRUST.

ITEM X.

Any beneficiary shall have the right to disclaim all or any part of his or her interest in any property which I have devised or bequeathed to him or her under this Will...

ITEM XI.

A. Unless otherwise provided herein, the terms "trust" and "trusts" may be used interchangeably and shall mean all trusts created by this Will.

B. Any trust created by this Will is a private trust...

C. The Trustee shall not be required to make physical division of the properties of any trust created herein...

ITEM XII.

A. In making distributions to beneficiaries from a trust created under this Will...

B. If at any time in following the directions of this Will the Trustee is required to distribute all or any part of the principal of a trust created herein outright to a person who is a minor...

C. The interest of every beneficiary of any trust created herein shall vest within the period prescribed by the Rule against Perpetuities...

ITEM XIII.

A. No Trustee shall be required to enter into any bond as Trustee or to file with any court any periodic or formal accounting...

B. The Trustee may resign at any time by giving each of the beneficiaries of the Trust written notice...

C. If the Trustee dies, resigns or becomes unable to serve, regardless of the cause, the successor Trustee shall be . If is not living or otherwise is unable to serve or resigns, the successor Trustee shall be appointed by my Spouse...

D. The resignation of the Trustee shall become effective upon the qualification of the successor Trustee and submission of a full accounting by the resigning Trustee...

E. Any successor Trustee shall be vested with all the rights, powers, duties and discretions conferred upon the original Trustee.

F. Any bank or financial institution serving as Trustee shall receive reasonable compensation...

G. Unless otherwise provided, in referring to the Trustee, any masculine terminology also includes the feminine and neuter or vice versa...

ITEM XIV.

Unless otherwise provided, the administration of any trust herein created, the sale and conveyance of trust assets, the investment and reinvestment of trust assets, and the rights, powers, duties and liabilities of the Trustee shall be governed by the terms and provisions of the Uniform Trustees' Powers Law of North Carolina, as amended.

A. To invest or reinvest the funds belonging to the Trust Estate in units of any common trust fund or mutual fund...

B. To receive additional property conveyed to the trust by any person...

C. To distribute income of the trust in cash or in kind...

D. To sell, transfer, convey, mortgage, lease and dispose of the trust property...

E. To determine the allocation of receipts and expenses between income and principal...

F. To invest funds in a common fund established by the Trustee pursuant to the Uniform Common Trust Fund Act of North Carolina...

G. To merge and consolidate the assets of this trust with another trust...

H. To divide any trust established by this instrument, at any time, without court approval, into two or more separate trusts...

I. To receive and retain all types of property and especially to receive and retain shares of stock in closely-held corporations and non-income producing real estate...

J. To carry out agreements made by me during my lifetime...

K. To borrow money to pay taxes; to exercise subscriptions, rights and options...

L. To execute and deliver oil, gas and other mineral leases...

M. To manage any farm property...

N. To terminate any trust if the Trustee, in its sole discretion, determines the assets of the trust are of such small value...

ITEM XV.

If my Spouse and I die simultaneously, or under circumstances which make it difficult to determine which of us died first, I direct that my Spouse be deemed to have survived me for purposes of this Will.

ITEM XVI.

A. In the event my Spouse is or becomes unable or unwilling to serve as my Executor, I appoint , to serve as my successor Executor.

B. I direct that neither my Executor nor any successor Executor shall be required to make any bond as Executor...

C. My Executor shall have discretion to select property to be distributed in satisfaction of any devise or bequest provided in this Will without respect to the income tax basis of the property...

D. No person dealing with my Executor shall be obligated to see to the application of any moneys, securities, or other property paid or delivered to my Executor...

E. My Executor shall have the power to disclaim any part or all of my interest in any property which is or has been devised or bequeathed to me...

F. In order to avoid depreciation in value of the interests or losses to my estate or my business associates, my Executor shall have authority to continue any business operations...

G. I specifically authorize my Executor to borrow such funds as may be necessary to pay my debts, administration expenses, and taxes of my estate...

H. My Executor shall not be required to reduce any or all of my personal or real property to cash during the administration of my estate...

I. My Executor shall take all actions necessary to comply with any agreements made by me during my lifetime...

J. I authorize my Executor to allocate my generation-skipping transfer tax exemption to and among dispositions of property...

K. I further nominate and appoint my Executor herein named to petition the proper Court and to take all necessary action to effect an ancillary administration covering any property I may own in any other state...

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have signed and declared this to be my Last Will and Testament on this the day of , 20.

Signature

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I, , having signed this Will in the presence of and who attested it at my request on this the day of , 20 at , declare this to be my Last Will and Testament.

Testator

The above and foregoing Will of (name of testator) was declared by (name of testator) in our view and presence to be his/her Will and was signed and subscribed by the said (name of testator) in our view and presence and at his/her request and in the view and presence of (name of testator) and in the view and presence of each other, we, the undersigned, witnessed and attested the due execution of the Will of (name of testator) on this the day of , 20.

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North Carolina Self Proving Affidavit

I, , the testator, sign my name to this instrument this day of , 20, and being first duly sworn, do hereby declare to the undersigned authority that I sign and execute this instrument as my last will and that I sign it willingly, that I execute it as my free and voluntary act for the purposes therein expressed, and that I am eighteen years of age or older, of sound mind, and under no constraint or undue influence.

Testator

Typed Name

We , , the witnesses, sign our names to this instrument, being first duly sworn, and do hereby declare to the undersigned authority that the testator signs and executes this instrument as his/her last will and that he/she signs it willingly, and that each of us, in the presence and hearing of the testator, hereby signs this will as witness to the testator's signing, and to the best of our knowledge the testator is eighteen years of age or older, of sound mind, and under no constraint or undue influence.

Witness

Witness

THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA

COUNTY OF

Subscribed, sworn to and acknowledged before me by the testator and subscribed and sworn to before me by and , witnesses, this day of , 20.

(SEAL)

NOTARY PUBLIC

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What the North Carolina Bill of Sale Is and When it Applies

A North Carolina Bill of Sale is a written record documenting the transfer of ownership in personal property between a seller and a buyer. It describes the property, the consideration exchanged, the parties, and the effective date, and it provides evidence of title transfer for private sales, equipment transfers, and many vehicle or vessel transactions handled outside a title office.

Why a Clear Bill of Sale Matters

A precise Bill of Sale protects both parties by documenting the transaction details, reducing disputes, and supporting tax and registration obligations while enabling reliable recordkeeping.

Why a Clear Bill of Sale Matters

Who Typically Prepares and Signs a Bill of Sale

Common parties include private sellers, small businesses, dealers, and buyers completing asset transfers outside a formal closing.

  • Private sellers transferring vehicles, furniture, or equipment without dealer involvement
  • Small businesses selling used equipment, inventory, or fixtures in an asset sale
  • Government contractors or departments disposing of surplus property following agency rules

Each user type benefits from clear identification, accurate consideration amounts, and retaining a signed copy for registration, tax, and liability purposes.

Step-by-Step: Completing a North Carolina Bill of Sale

Follow these steps to create a complete, enforceable Bill of Sale and reduce rework when registering or documenting the transfer.

  • 01
    Identify parties: Enter full legal names for buyer and seller.
  • 02
    Describe property: Provide serial numbers, VIN, make, model, and condition.
  • 03
    Show consideration: Record exact dollar amount or state 'gift' if no money exchanged.
  • 04
    Sign and date: All parties sign and date in MM/DD/YYYY format.

Essential Elements of a Professional North Carolina Bill of Sale

A professional Bill of Sale presents consistent, verifiable information so it can be used for title transfer, tax records, and legal proof of sale.

Clear party IDs

Full legal names and contact information for buyer and seller, including addresses and phone or email for follow-up.

Exact property data

VIN, serial numbers, model, year, and physical description to uniquely identify the item transferred and avoid disputes.

Conspicuous consideration

Precise sale price or statement of gift/trade, spelled out in words and numbers to reduce ambiguity for tax and registration.

Odometer and condition

For vehicles, include odometer reading and any known defects, which helps with disclosure obligations and buyer expectations.

Signatures and dates

Signed by all parties with printed names and dates; include capacity (owner, agent) and attach proof of authority if needed.

Notary or witness details

Include notary block and witness lines if state or local rules require notarization or witnesses for title recording.

Required Information at a Glance

Seller name: Full legal name
Buyer name: Full legal name
Property ID: VIN or serial
Sale amount: Numeric + words
Date of transfer: MM/DD/YYYY
Signatures: All parties sign

Where to File, Send, or Store a Signed Bill of Sale

After signing, route copies to the parties and to any agency or office that will use the document for registration, title transfer, or tax purposes.

  • Buyer copy: Keep for registration and tax records.
  • Seller copy: Retain for proof of transfer and tax purposes.
  • DMV or title office: Provide when required to transfer vehicle or vessel title.
  • Lender or lienholder: Notify and provide documentation if a lien exists or is released.

Digital Signing and Sharing Requirements

Use a platform that supports secure eSignature, audit trails, and the formats required for state registration or recordkeeping.

  • File formats: PDF or DOCX preferred
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or stronger
  • Integrations: CRM and cloud storage

Ensure the service you choose can produce an auditable certificate of completion, export signed files in standard formats, and integrate with storage or DMV workflows for reliable submission and retention.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

  • Using informal or vague descriptions that fail to identify the property precisely
  • Failing to record the exact sale price and using phrases like 'reasonable value' instead
  • Not obtaining or documenting proof of authority when an agent signs for a business
  • Losing originals by not storing signed copies with both parties and backup digital records

Risks and Potential Legal Consequences

Sales tax exposure: State may assess unpaid sales tax
Liens and claims: Undisclosed liens can create buyer liability
Title disputes: Improper transfer may cause ownership disputes
Backup withholding: 24% withholding if required TIN is missing
Registration fines: Late title transfers can trigger fees
Fraud risk: Incomplete documents increase fraud vulnerability

Timelines and Deadlines to Watch

Key timing items affect tax reporting and registration; confirm deadlines with the relevant state agency to avoid fines.

Effective transfer date:

Date on the Bill of Sale that begins ownership rights

Title transfer filing:

Submit title paperwork to DMV per state deadline

Sales tax reporting:

Report and remit any applicable sales tax by state timetable

Record retention start:

Retention clock begins on the effective date

Notary timing:

Complete notarization before submitting to agencies when required

Practical Tips for an Accurate Bill of Sale

Follow these best practices to make the Bill of Sale reliable for title, tax, and legal purposes.

Use a consistent template
Start from a standard, state-appropriate template to reduce omissions. Include fields for serial numbers, odometer readings, and exact consideration to avoid future disputes.
Confirm identity and authority
Verify photo ID for individual signers and obtain proof of corporate authorization for business signers to ensure enforceability and prevent later challenges.
Document lien status
Disclose any existing liens or encumbrances and provide lien release documentation when available to protect the buyer and clarify transfer obligations.
Keep multiple copies
Provide signed copies to all parties and store a secure digital backup with an audit trail to support registration and defend against disputes.

Comparing eSignature Options for Completing a Bill of Sale

A concise vendor comparison focused on pricing and key features that affect secure signing, bulk sending, and compliance for transactional documents.

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Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Real-world Examples of Document Use and Compliance

These brief customer examples show how organizations rely on digital signing workflows to handle asset transfers and related documents.

Tim Martin, Founder

Tim Martin needed to process property and transaction documents remotely

  • Mobile or offline signing supported timely closings
  • I can process and execute all of these documents online with 100% compliance and built-in security. Whether on mobile or working offline, I can get forms back to their necessary parties efficiently.

Brian Fitzgibbons, COO

Brian's team required a simple interface for customers to sign bills and receipts

  • Ease of use improved customer response
  • The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team; more importantly, it is just as easy for our customers.

Frequently Asked Questions About the North Carolina Bill of Sale

Answers to common questions on validity, notarization, e-signatures, filing, and recordkeeping for Bills of Sale in North Carolina.


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