Estate Planning Apps
Wills, trusts, directives — affordably.
FreeWill.com
FREE. Make a legal will. Often donates to charity.
Trust & Will
$159 will. $599 trust. State-specific. Lawyer-reviewed.
Nolo Quicken WillMaker
$99/year. Software. Wills + healthcare + financial powers.
When to see a lawyer
- Estate over $1 million
- Blended families
- Special needs heirs
- Property in multiple states
- Business ownership
Healthcare directive
Free at AARP.org. Or Five Wishes ($5). Tells doctors your wishes.
Update every 5 years
Or after major life events. Marriage, death, new grandchild.
Quick Tip: Tell family where will is stored. Lost wills are useless.