About the Author

Maya Powers, @MayaPowers
Estate Planning Content Expert, Trust & Will
Maya Powers, Product Marketing Manager 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 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 beautiful wine country just north of Santa Barbara, CA with her husband and children.
Articles from this author

Probate - 4 min read
Who Inherits Copyright After Death?

Probate - 3 min read
Should you talk to your children about your estate plan?

End of Life Planning - 3 min read
What Happens to a Commercial Lease if a Tenant Dies

Planned Giving - 3 min read
Planned Giving: Tax Benefits That Help You Leave a Lasting Legacy

Trusts - 5 min read
Protecting Your Home in Retirement: Why a Living Trust Matters for Seniors

Estate Planning - 4 min read
15 Estate Planning Terms to Add to Your Vocabulary

Probate - 2 min read
How Much Does Probate Cost in Maine?

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

Estate Planning - 5 min read
Executor Dilemma: What Happens When Your Chosen Executor Can't Serve?