Erin Atkinson, a 27-year-old psychological researcher at a London university, has written a will despite not considering herself wealthy. She moved to London from Bristol four years ago and currently rents a home. Her will outlines how her £7,000 car will go to her sister, a gold necklace given to her by her partner will be returned to him, and a portion of her money will be donated to an endometriosis charity. Erin emphasizes the empowerment that comes from having her decisions documented, even if she doesn't have a large estate. For many young people, creating a will may not seem necessary, especially if they feel they have little to leave behind. According to the 2025 National Wills Report, only one in five 18 to 24-year-olds has a will, while the percentage rises to 33% for 22 to 34-year-olds, compared with 56% for those over 55. Sophia Maslin, founder of Morby, an app that allows people to create wills online, notes that the belief that one needs to own a significant amount before making a will is a common misconception. She highlights that even savings, investments, pensions, social media accounts, pets, and funeral wishes are important considerations. Erin's interest in creating a will was sparked when a friend bought a home, and she began following Maslin's discussions on TikTok. Maslin shared the story of her cousin, who died young without a will, leading to complications for her family. Erin was also influenced by the impact of her grandmother's will, which was complex due to their large family. The process revealed to Erin that she had more financial assets than she realized, such as premium bonds. Eleanor Hodgson from Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors explains that there are practical reasons for making a will even with limited assets. It helps with managing bank accounts and debts, allowing someone to legally handle these matters without additional hurdles. Maslin notes that young people often delay making a will, assuming they will need it later, but unexpected events can occur at any stage of life. For Erin, some aspects of her will hold emotional rather than financial value. Her will includes details such as a poem to be read at her funeral and the drink she would prefer. She emphasizes that writing a will was about taking responsibility and making life easier for her loved ones, not about expecting the worst. Creating a will can seem daunting and expensive, but there are options for free or lower-cost assistance. For example, Will Aid, in collaboration with solicitors, offers free basic wills every November. Key considerations include choosing beneficiaries, selecting an executor, addressing pets, and specifying funeral wishes. It is important to keep the will safe and ensure someone trusted knows its location to avoid delays and ensure wishes are followed.