Practical guides on wills, estate planning, digital legacy, and more — written for people in their 20s and 30s.
You're young, you're vibing, and you probably think wills are for older adults. Here's why you're wrong—and why it actually matters.
October 31, 2025 · 5 min read
Wills aren't just for old people. Wills aren't expensive. You don't need a lawyer. Let's clear up the biggest myths — one by one.
October 30, 2025 · 4 min read
Your digital life is a huge part of who you are. Here's what happens to your social media, crypto, and online accounts when you're gone—and how to control it.
October 29, 2025 · 6 min read
Everyone says you need a trust. Here are the actual differences — and when a simple will is all you need.
October 28, 2025 · 5 min read
Handwritten wills are legal in about half of U.S. states — but they get challenged in court far more often than witnessed wills. Here's when it works and when it doesn't.
October 27, 2025 · 4 min read
Your pet isn't just an animal—they're family. Here's how to make sure they're taken care of if something happens to you.
October 26, 2025 · 5 min read
Spoiler: yes. But not for the reasons you think. Here's what's actually at stake when you're in your 20s or 30s with no estate plan.
June 2, 2026 · 5 min read
No will doesn't mean 'figure it out later.' It means the state figures it out for you — and you probably won't like their answers.
May 28, 2026 · 5 min read
You don't need a $1,500 attorney appointment to have a valid will. Here's exactly how it works, what's legally required, and what to watch out for.
May 20, 2026 · 6 min read
Not rich, no kids, not sure where to start? Here's a practical breakdown of what belongs in a will for young adults — and what you can skip.
May 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Getting married changes everything about who inherits your stuff — and what happens if you don't update your estate plans. Here's what actually changes and what to do about it.
June 6, 2026 · 6 min read
Your will protects you. The guardian named in it protects your kid. Here's exactly what changes when a baby enters the picture — and why this is the one estate planning update you can't skip.
June 5, 2026 · 6 min read
Living together doesn't give your partner any legal rights over your estate. Here's what unmarried couples need to know — and do — to actually protect each other.
June 4, 2026 · 5 min read
Real estate is probably the biggest asset you'll ever own. Here's why buying a home without updating your estate plan is a gap worth closing immediately.
June 3, 2026 · 5 min read
Attorney fees, online platforms, DIY templates — the price range for a will is massive. Here's what you actually get at each price point, and what makes sense for most young adults.
July 16, 2026 · 5 min read
Most of us assume wills are for older adults. Here's the actual legal minimum age to make a will — and the life events that make it suddenly urgent, no matter how young you are.
July 15, 2026 · 4 min read
A simple will covers the basics: who gets your stuff, who's in charge, who takes your pets. For most young adults, that's all you need. Here's what's in one and who it's right for.
July 14, 2026 · 5 min read
Not all online will makers are created equal. Here's how to tell if an online will is actually legally valid — and the red flags that should make you look elsewhere.
July 13, 2026 · 5 min read
Federal loans vanish completely. Private loans are more complicated — especially if someone co-signed. Here's what your family actually faces.
July 12, 2026 · 5 min read
No — a will doesn't avoid probate. But having one makes probate dramatically faster and cheaper. Here's what 'avoid probate' advice actually means and when it matters.
July 11, 2026 · 5 min read
An heir is who state law assigns. A beneficiary is who you actually chose. For unmarried partners and close friends, that gap is everything.
July 10, 2026 · 4 min read
DIY wills are legal in every state. But they're riskier than they look. Here's when it works, where it goes wrong, and what the honest middle ground is.
July 10, 2026 · 5 min read
Your credit card balance doesn't transfer to your family. But it's not quite that simple. Here's what actually happens — and the exceptions that matter.
July 9, 2026 · 5 min read