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

Financial Advisors —3 min read
Insights from Kitces Research: Why Estate Planning Shouldn’t Be an Afterthought in Your Practice

Estate Planning —3 min read
Next Steps: Your Guide to Important Actions Steps after Receiving your Estate Plan

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

Probate —3 min read
How Much Does Probate Cost in Colorado?

Probate —3 min read
Probates Fees in Connecticut

Probate —5 min read
Competing Petitions in Probate: How They Can Affect Your Estate

Probate —5 min read
Contested Probate: When Can it Happen and What to do About it

Probate —5 min read
What Happens When Someone Else Wants to Act as Executor

Probate —3 min read
Corporate Surety Bond vs Personal Surety Bond for Probate: Which one is right for you?