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
The Sooner, the Stronger: Why Timing Is Everything with Alzheimer’s and Estate Planning

Probate - 7 min read
Navigating Probate: Common Executor Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Estate Planning - 3 min read
Estate Planning for Civil Union Couples: 3 Important Tips

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Cost of Probate in Minnesota

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How Much Does Probate Cost in Colorado?

Planned Giving - 3 min read
Securing Your Legacy and Supporting a Cause You Love: Why Planned Giving is the Perfect New Year’s Resolution

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Intangible Assets: Does Intellectual Property Go Through Probate?

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How much does the executor of a will get paid?

Probate - 3 min read
Probate Examiner: Role & Responsibilities