Last Wills

Find answers to questions you might have about last wills, and get a better understanding of how they're written, what happens if they're contested, and more.

What are the different types of wills and what should they include?
Which kind of will you need depends on your circumstances. Read on to learn more about the different types of wills.
April 24, 2024 · 11 min read
How to get motivated: 6 steps to a good will
People think of wills as the best way to pass along the assets they have gathered over a lifetime. But a will plays another role—it can be the best way to keep the peace among your family and friends, who may have different ideas of what you really want.
April 24, 2024 · 2 min read
Wyoming last will and testament
A last will ensures your property is distributed according to your wishes when you pass away. Find out more about the specific laws that affect last wills in Wyoming, how to get a last will, how to change a last will, and more.
April 24, 2024 · 3 min read
Without a will, what will happen to Zappos CEO's Fortune?
Without a will in place, the fate of the former Zappos CEO's fortune is now in the hands of the courts.
April 24, 2024 · 3 min read
Georgia last will and testament
A last will is important for protecting your family when you pass away. Find out how to get a last will in Georgia, how to change a will, how your will is affected by probate court, and more.
April 23, 2024 · 5 min read
Who's the next of kin in case of inheritance?
The next of kin concept isn't complicated, but it does vary by state and also determines who inherits if you die without a will.
April 23, 2024 · 6 min read
How quickly are wills probated after death?
Because an estate cannot be distributed to the beneficiaries until the will is probated, the length of time of the probate process directly affects beneficiaries.
April 23, 2024 · 3 min read
Maryland last will and testament
Having a last will ready when you pass away will protect your wishes. Find out more about how to get a last will in Maryland, how to change your will, and more.
April 23, 2024 · 4 min read
How to prevent your family from contesting your will
April 23, 2024 · 3 min read
Alaska last will and testament
A last will and testament is an important component in planning the distribution of your estate—real estate, personal property and cash assets—upon your death.
April 23, 2024 · 5 min read