Last Wills

Find answers to questions you might have about last wills, and get a better understanding of how they're written, what happens if they're contested, and more.

How to ensure your estate plan is executed properly
Be sure that all elements on your estate plan—including your last will and testament, living trust, and living will—are valid and legal.
April 23, 2024 · 2 min read
5 myths about wills debunked
Check out five common myths about will-making and why they don’t hold true.
April 23, 2024 · 2 min read
Oklahoma last will and testament
Oklahoma has specific laws that affect how a last will is used when you pass away. Find out more about the specific laws that affect last wills in Oklahoma, how to get a last will, how to change a last will, and more.
April 23, 2024 · 3 min read
South Carolina last will and testament
There are specific rules that affect last wills in South Carolina Find out more about last wills in South Carolina, how to change a last will, what can be left to heirs through a last will, and more.
April 23, 2024 · 3 min read
Top 10 duties of an executor of a will
The executorship of a will comes with a lot of responsibilities and duties. Here are the basics so you'll know what to expect.
April 23, 2024 · 3 min read
What Is a Simple Will?
Creating a simple will is easy if you follow a few key rules.
April 23, 2024 · 2 min read
What is federal inheritance tax vs. estate taxes?
An inheritance tax is different from an estate tax. Whether you have to pay one, both, or neither depends upon the state where you live.
April 22, 2024 · 8 min read
Common terms in wills and trusts
When you first begin working on your will or trust, you may find some of the terms are unfamiliar. Find out what these legal terms mean.
April 22, 2024 · 4 min read
Joint last wills and testaments
April 22, 2024 · 2 min read
Legatee, Heir, Beneficiary, and Devisee: What Are the Differences?
A quick guide to the language of inheritance to help you make sense of who's who in an estate plan.
April 22, 2024 · 3 min read