The Last Will and Testament of Dana James

Creating a will is not the distasteful and complex experience you might think it is. It's actually pretty easy.

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October 16, 2021

This story contains the steps I took to create a will. Your needs might be different. Please research your options thoroughly and consult a legal professional, if necessary.

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I can’t sing or dance like the superstar Prince. I don’t have his fat bank balance or mansions either. But I do have one thing he didn’t – a will.

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Dana James

Dana James is an award-winning writer who founded Black Iowa News in 2020 and the Black Iowa Newspaper in 2023. Born and raised in Des Moines, Dana tells stories that center Black Iowans’ lived experiences and amplify their voices. She earned a bachelor of arts degree in journalism from Grand View University. She serves as secretary of the Iowa Association of Black Journalists.