Identification
- Label (rdfs)
- Residuary Bequest
- Preferred Label
- None
- Alternative Labels
- Remainder Bequest, Residual Bequest, Residual Testamentary Gift
- Identifier
- N/A
Definition and Examples
- Definition
- A Residuary Bequest is a provision in a will or trust that designates the distribution of the remainder of an estate after all specific, general, and demonstrative bequests have been fulfilled. This type of bequest ensures that any leftover assets are passed to the named beneficiary or beneficiaries.