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

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Estate Planning —10 min read
30 Condolence Message Ideas - How to Write a Sympathy Note

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

Financial Advisors —3 min read
2025 Financial Advisor Report: Why Estate Planning Is Now a Must-Have in Financial Guidance

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Cost of Probate in California

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What is Pre-Death Probate?

Probate —6 min read
"My Dad Had a Trust, Do I Still Have to File for Probate?"

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Cost of Probate in New Jersey

Probate —5 min read
¿Todos los testamentos pasan por el proceso de sucesión testamentaria? Una guía completa