About the Author

Maya Powers, @MayaPowers
Estate Planning Content Expert, Trust & Will
Maya Powers, Content Producer at Trust & Will, is a writer and estate planning content expert. She brings over a decade of reporting, writing, and content production to Trust & Will's offerings. Before joining Trust & Will, Maya was a freelance writer who helped brands amplify their voices with her writing and content marketing expertise. She has worked in subject matters such as generative A.I., international economics and policy, higher education, and real estate investing. Maya holds an International MBA from UC San Diego and a BA in Journalism & Public Relations from Cal Poly Humboldt. She lives in Santa Barbara, CA with her husband, daughter, and three pets.
Articles from this author

Probate — 2 min read
Can I be reimbursed by the estate for funeral and other expenses?

Estate Planning — 4 min read
National Pet Day: Protecting Your Pet’s Future with Estate Planning

Trusts — 3 min read
What is a SLAT: Spousal Lifetime Access Trust Strategy for Couples

Estate Planning — 5 min read
Gene Hackman & Betsy Arakawa: Estate Planning Details and Lessons Uncovered Following Tragedy

Probate — 4 min read
The rights of beneficiaries of a will: what can they ask for?

Probate — 4 min read
How does guardianship work?

Estate Planning — 5 min read
How to Get the Deed to Your House

Estate Planning — 4 min read
Deed vs Mortgage– what happens if there’s a name on deed but not on mortgage?

Probate — 7 min read
Navigating Probate: Common Executor Mistakes and How to Avoid Them