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+== Limitations of a will ==
+When analyzing a will record, be aware of the following potential problems:
+*The spouse mentioned in the will may not be the mother of the children mentioned in the will
+*The will may omit a deceased child
+*The will may omit a child who already received their inheritance
+*Maiden names of female spouses are not usually mentioned
+*Children are not always listed in birth order
+*No every-name index for those listed in the will
+== Limitations of probate records ==
+*Not everyone left a will
+*Not all relatives are listed--usually only the wife and children
+*Date of death is usually not given
+*Indexes usually list testator, not heirs or beneficiaries
+*Information on the residence of relatives is rare