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

News - 10 min read
Trust & Will 2025 Estate Planning Report

Estate Planning - 8 min read
Will vs Trust - What’s The Difference & Which Option is Right for You?

Probate - 5 min read
Do All Wills Go Through Probate? What You Need to Know

Probate - 8 min read
What Is Probate?

Trusts - 8 min read
How to Fund a Trust: A Step-by-Step Guide

Financial Advisors - 3 min read
Save Time, Add Value: Introducing Document Extraction

Estate Planning - 3 min read
Chapter 5: The People Who Carry Out Your Plan

Estate Planning - 3 min read
New to Estate Planning? Start Here! Trust & Will's Estate Planning Guide for Beginners

Estate Planning - 3 min read
Chapter 6: Your Estate Plan for Life