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

Estate Planning - 4 min read
Millennials and Estate Planning: Trust & Will’s Annual Report [Updated 2024]

Wills - 4 min read
Who Should I Leave My Assets to in My Will?

End of Life Planning - 5 min read
How to Plan a Funeral Service

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What Happens If You Can’t Afford a Funeral?

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Types Of Funerals - Which Is Right For You?

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A Guide to Generation Skipping Trusts (GST Trusts)

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Who can override a Power of Attorney?

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5 Things You Didn’t Know about Financial Power of Attorney

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Beneficiary Consequences: Naming a Minor as a Beneficiary