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

Trusts - 3 min read
How to Transfer Business Interests to a Trust

Financial Advisors - 5 min read
Trust & Will 2025 Annual Financial Advisor Report

Estate Planning - 5 min read
How Estate Planning Can Empower Women to Build a Lasting Legacy

News - 6 min read
International Women in Engineering Day 2021

End of Life Planning - 4 min read
What Does It Mean to Have ‘Widow Brain’ After a Spouse Dies?

Estate Planning - 5 min read
Didn't win the lottery? Here's why you still need an estate plan

Estate Planning - 3 min read
Who Should You Notify About Your Estate Plan?

Estate Planning - 8 min read
When Should You Start an Estate Plan? (Hint: Probably Now)

End of Life Planning - 3 min read
When to Review a Will: Divorce or Death of a Spouse