"I need to go about writing a will myself. I have a house and a car. plus personal belongings."
o I assume you're single, you did not say anything about a spouse, partner or child. All of these complicate the planning and documents.
o Its not only about a will. Even if your estate situation is simple, you need a PLAN. You need to address planning for retirement, insurance, disability planning and more. Everyone needs more than just a will.
o Be sure to also prepare a durable power of attorney (names someone to take legal, tax and financial steps in the event you cannot).
o Be sure to prepare a living will (statement of health care wishes) and a health care proxy (designates someone to act on your behalf to make medical decisions).
o Write up a letter of last instruction, including an indication of where your personal property should be given.
o Set up a list of emergency information and communicate it to people you will rely on in an emergency.