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Estimate attorney fees, executor fees, court costs, and timeline for probating an estate in your state. See if the estate qualifies for simplified probate procedures.
Calculate how much an executor (personal representative) can charge for administering an estate. See if your state has statutory fees or uses reasonable compensation.
Find out who inherits your estate and how much they get if you die without a will. Based on your state's intestate succession laws.
Find out what's fair compensation for serving as trustee. Compare family, professional, and corporate trustee rates based on your situation.
Calculate federal estate tax, state estate tax (12 states + DC), and inheritance tax (5 states) for an estate or trust.
Calculate how many certified death certificates you need based on the assets and accounts you need to close. See state-specific ordering information.
Answer a few questions to find out if an estate needs full probate, qualifies for simplified probate, or can avoid probate entirely with a small estate affidavit.
See the true cost of estate planning. Compare SimplyTrust, Trust & Will, LegalZoom, and attorneys including life events like marriage, divorce, and having children.
Compare the cost of creating a revocable living trust. See how SimplyTrust, Trust & Will, LegalZoom, and attorneys compare over 5 years including life events.
Compare the cost of creating a will. See document costs plus probate fees your heirs will pay. Compare SimplyTrust, Trust & Will, LegalZoom, and attorneys.
Calculate how much life insurance coverage you need. Accounts for income replacement, debt payoff, college funding, and state-specific factors like cost of living and estate taxes.
Find out what to expect when inheriting money, property, or other assets. See timeline estimates, inheritance tax implications, and understand what the executor or trustee is handling behind the scenes.
See how your state handles beneficiary designations after divorce, inherited IRA creditor protection, and spousal consent requirements for retirement accounts.
Get a personalized checklist for settling an estate after someone passes away. Covers trust administration, probate, and intestate estates.
Step-by-step guide for successor trustees administering a trust. Understand your duties, notification deadlines, and asset management responsibilities.
Complete guide for executors and personal representatives navigating probate. Court filings, creditor claims, and distribution timelines.
Major life events trigger the need for estate planning. Select a life event to learn what you need to know.
Welcoming a new child changes everything. Learn why estate planning is essential for new parents and how to protect your growing family.
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Marriage creates new legal and financial bonds. Learn how to protect your spouse and build your shared future through estate planning.
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Divorce requires complete estate planning review. Learn how to protect your interests and plan for your independent future.
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The loss of a spouse requires both grieving and practical planning. Learn how to manage estate transitions and protect your future.
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Purchasing a home is likely your largest financial commitment. Learn how to protect your property and ensure it transfers to your loved ones.
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Inheriting assets brings both opportunity and responsibility. Learn how to manage, protect, and plan for your new wealth.
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Retirement brings new financial realities. Learn how to protect your nest egg, plan for healthcare, and leave a legacy.
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A serious health diagnosis changes priorities. Learn how to protect your family and ensure your wishes are honored.
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State laws vary significantly for estate planning. Learn what you need to review after relocating to ensure your plan still works.
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Losing a parent is overwhelming. This guide helps you understand what needs to happen next and the steps to settle their estate.
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Being named executor is an honor and a responsibility. This guide explains what's expected, what you can charge, and how to navigate probate.
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Being named successor trustee means managing trust assets and carrying out the grantor's wishes. This guide explains your duties, timeline, and compensation.
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