Estate Planning Basics
Learn the essentials around planning and protecting the future for your family and loved ones.
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What Makes a Will Invalid
A will is your final act—ensure it's valid so your wishes are honored. Avoid these common pitfalls to ensure your document is ironclad.
· 6 min read
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Why Name an Alternate Executor in Your Will?
Naming an alternate executor in your will means you have a say as to who will act as your executor if your chosen representative is unable to fulfill their role.
· 6 min read
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How to Contest a Will and When You Should
Grief is hard, and it can be compounded when you're sure there's a problem with the will. If you believe that a loved one's will contains mistakes or is invalid, you might be able to contest it.
· 9 min read
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What Does the Executor of a Will Get Paid?
Wondering how executors get paid for settling an estate? Discover the rules, fee structures, and factors that determine executor compensation.
· 7 min read
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Trust & Will vs. LegalZoom: How They Compare in 2026
Trust & Will and LegalZoom are two of the most popular platforms for wills and trusts, but there’s a reason LegalZoom is the #1 online estate plan service.
· 7 min read
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Your 2026 Guide to Florida Estate Planning
Florida estate plans have four main components: wills, trusts, powers of attorneys, and advance directives. Find out what each one does (and why).
· 9 min read
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What Is Estate Planning? Everything You Need to Know
Estate planning is the process of preparing for the distribution of your assets after you die or become incapacitated.
· 8 min read
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The Complete Guide to Estate Planning
This guide outlines the ins and outs of estate planning, why you need one, what's included in a comprehensive plan, and how to get started.
· 18 min read
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Estate Planning Statistics to Read Before Writing Your Will
Many Americans don’t have an estate plan in place. Creating one can give your loved ones peace of mind and help you provide a lasting legacy.
· 11 min read
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Simple Estate Planning Tool for Couples: The Mirror Will
Whether married or unmarried, chances are, you've thought about how to plan your estate. While you have several estate planning tools at your disposal, there is one—mirror wills—that could work if you mostly agree on how to handle your estate. Read on for more information about mirror wills—including what they are, how they work and who they protect—to help you determine if this simple estate planning tool is right for you.
· 4 min read
