{"id":13971,"date":"2025-09-23T17:57:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-23T17:57:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/?p=13971"},"modified":"2025-09-23T18:01:04","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T18:01:04","slug":"estate-planning-vs-will","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/","title":{"rendered":"Estate Planning Vs Will"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]An estate plan is a broad plan of action for an individual&#8217;s assets that may apply both during your life and upon death. A will, meanwhile, dictates where the assets will go after death. Let&#8217;s take an in-depth look at the differences between estate planning and wills.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#Why_Estate_Planning_Matters\" >Why Estate Planning Matters<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#You_Can_Choose_Your_Beneficiaries\" >You Can Choose Your Beneficiaries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#If_Youre_Starting_Or_Have_A_Family\" >If You\u2019re Starting (Or Have) A Family<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#To_Avoid_Tax_Penalties\" >To Avoid Tax Penalties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#A_Simpler_Transition\" >A Simpler Transition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#How_Much_Does_Estate_Planning_Cost\" >How Much Does Estate Planning Cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#What_Is_A_Will\" >What Is A Will?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#What_Does_A_Will_Do\" >What Does A Will Do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#What_Happens_If_You_Do_Not_Have_A_Will\" >What Happens If You Do Not Have A Will?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#Who_Needs_A_Will\" >Who Needs A Will?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#How_A_Will_Works\" >How A Will Works<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#How_Much_Does_A_Will_Cost\" >How Much Does A Will Cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/webtechs-designs.com\/2023Ogborne\/estate-planning-vs-will\/#Speak_With_Our_Estate_Planning_Attorneys_In_Phoenix_Arizona_Today\" >Speak With Our Estate Planning Attorneys In Phoenix, Arizona Today<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Estate_Planning\"><\/span>What Is Estate Planning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Property ownership, relationships, and lifestyle changes are what life\u2019s all about. When compared with the Kardashians, you may not feel your modest assets deserve mention in a will or a trust fund for the kids. But even if you don\u2019t own a Caribbean Island or a fleet of collectible cars, you need to understand <a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/services\/estate-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/services\/estate-planning\/\">estate planning<\/a>\u00a0basics.<\/p>\n<p>You need estate planning because everything in your life has\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/estate-planning-matters\/\">value<\/a>. But for many people, death and dying is an emotional subject, especially when you\u2019ve recently married or had a child. What you want to avoid is\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/avoid-drama-estate-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/avoid-drama-estate-planning\/\">drama<\/a>. If you understand estate planning basics, you\u2019ll know why you should make provisions for your valued property \u2013 financial and nostalgic \u2013 by acting now. Estate plans are especially appropriate:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>After marriage.<\/li>\n<li>Before marriage.<\/li>\n<li>During divorce.<\/li>\n<li>Following a child\u2019s birth.<\/li>\n<li>Upon the death of one or both parents.<\/li>\n<li>When you are facing health issues.<\/li>\n<li>When you realize you are not immortal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Estate_Planning_Process\"><\/span>Estate Planning Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You want to do what\u2019s best for your family, especially your children, so\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/begin-estate-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/begin-estate-planning\/\">estate planning basics should be discussed as soon as possible<\/a>. Estate planning is like insurance, and you should regularly review and change it when necessary. You can engage another family member to join you when you understand estate planning basics and are ready to act. Here\u2019s the 5-step process the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/services\/estate-planning\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/services\/estate-planning\/\">Ogborne Law estate planning<\/a>\u00a0professionals will employ:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assess \u2013 Let\u2019s discuss your family dynamics and evaluate your assets. What are your goals? What are your concerns?<\/li>\n<li>Plan \u2013 We create an initial estate plan that incorporates your goals for your family and addresses your concerns.<\/li>\n<li>Review \u2013 You\u2019ll review and edit documents, and we\u2019ll make required changes.<\/li>\n<li>Implementation \u2013 When the documents are exactly as you wish, you will sign-off.<\/li>\n<li>Check-up \u2013 So many changes can occur in just one year! Tax time is a good time to review your estate planning documents and update.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Estate_Planning_Matters\"><\/span>Why Estate Planning Matters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are a few reasons why estate planning is essential for each and every individual.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Can_Choose_Your_Beneficiaries\"><\/span>You Can Choose Your Beneficiaries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>First of all, having an estate plan will prevent your assets from going to people you prefer they didn\u2019t. No matter what you have\u2014homes, stocks, TVs, furniture, jewelry, or even pricey artwork\u2014you can determine now where all of it will go when you pass.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t outline who will be the beneficiary of which asset, then the courts will decide for you. And if your estate winds up in probate, it can take years to assign which component of your asset falls to which relative.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s also expensive to go through probate. And worse, it breeds animosity to have all of that fighting among your loved ones over what they think you wanted to have happen to your estate.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_Youre_Starting_Or_Have_A_Family\"><\/span>If You\u2019re Starting (Or Have) A Family<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An especially important time to consider creating your first estate plan is when you get married and have children. Estate planning is generally thought of as how valuables, properties, and possessions will be divided up, but another crucial aspect of an estate plan for families is the guardianship of your children.<\/p>\n<p>In the event that both parents die\u2014and you have not designated a guardian\u2014the courts will decide who will raise them. Don\u2019t let your children go through the court systems while relatives fight, have an estate plan.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"To_Avoid_Tax_Penalties\"><\/span>To Avoid Tax Penalties<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another great reason for estate planning is protecting your family and loved ones from unnecessary tax burdens. Remember that an estate plan is much more than a will.<\/p>\n<p>You can create a number of devices to shield your assets from taxes as you pass them on to your dependents. With proper planning, you can reduce or completely eliminate all federal and state taxes from of your belongings. Without a plan, your heirs could end up paying a lot in taxes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Simpler_Transition\"><\/span>A Simpler Transition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In most cases, the best possible reason to plan your estate is to eliminate family chaos when you\u2019re gone.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve all heard of these fights families have after a loved one dies\u2014over property, stocks, and other valuables.<\/p>\n<p>You can avoid this possibility before it ever begins with some smart estate planning. This will allow you to choose who controls your estate, will go a long way in eliminating any differences in opinions, and allows the process to run much smoother.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Does_Estate_Planning_Cost\"><\/span>How Much Does Estate Planning Cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>On average, estate planning costs about $2,400, with average prices ranging from $800 to $4,000 in the US according to <a href=\"https:\/\/personalfinance.costhelper.com\/estate-planning.html\">CostHelper<\/a>. Average hourly rates to hire an estate planning attorney is about $225 per hour, with average prices ranging from $150 per hour to $310 per hour. according to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawyers.com\/legal-info\/trusts-estates\/cost-of-creating-an-estate-plan-and-administering-an-estate\/how-much-does-an-estate-planning-attorney-cost.html\">Lawyers.com<\/a>\u00a0and other sources.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_A_Will\"><\/span>What Is A Will?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/services\/estate-planning\/will-arizona\/\">will<\/a>\u00a0is a document that states what you want to happen after your death. It\u2019s sometimes referred to as your \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nolo.com\/legal-encyclopedia\/what-is-will.html\">last will and testament<\/a>.\u201d If you die without a will, your estate is distributed to your family following general, pre-established guidelines. This means your estate may be divided in a way you didn\u2019t want. The people you hoped would inherit your estate may not. Your will can include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Beneficiaries<\/li>\n<li>Business assets\/distribution<\/li>\n<li>Care for your pets<\/li>\n<li>Disposal of debts\/taxes<\/li>\n<li>Guardianship for your children and their inheritance<\/li>\n<li>Property beneficiaries<\/li>\n<li>The executor of your estate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_A_Will_Do\"><\/span>What Does A Will Do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A will can be used to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Choose an executor<\/li>\n<li>Choose a guardian for your children and their property<\/li>\n<li>Make decisions about how taxes and debts will be paid<\/li>\n<li>Leave instruction about what needs to happen to your property after you die<\/li>\n<li>Can be used a backup to a living trust<\/li>\n<li>Protect minor beneficiaries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_If_You_Do_Not_Have_A_Will\"><\/span>What Happens If You Do Not Have A Will?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you do not have a will and you die, the intestacy laws of your state will decide how to distribute your property. This will include decision of your bank accounts, real estate, securities, and any other assets you might own at the time of your death. Intestacy laws differ depending on whether you have children, are married, or single at the time of your death.<\/p>\n<p>In many cases, property gets distributed to your heirs if you do not have a will. An heir could be a surviving spouse, siblings, parents, uncles and aunts, nephews, nieces, and other distant relatives. If you have no heirs, your entire estate goes to your state of residence.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Needs_A_Will\"><\/span>Who Needs A Will?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Almost\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/why-its-important-to-have-an-estate-plan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">everyone should have a will<\/a>\u00a0in place. You may think you are not rich enough to need one or the law will take care of everything. Arizona, like every other state, has laws in place to determine what happens to your property if you do not have an estate plan. However, if you rely on the state, you lose all say in what happens after you pass.<\/p>\n<p>If you have money or property, you probably care about what happens to it. This can include personal items with sentimental value, as well as money or business holdings. Further, if you have minor children, you don\u2019t want to leave it to the government to work out what should happen to them. In short, if you have anything or anyone you care about, you should have a will in place.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_A_Will_Works\"><\/span>How A Will Works<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A will allows you to describe your wishes for what happens after you pass. You can create one document for yourself and your spouse, or separate documents for each of you. They can outline what happens to your property, assets, debts, and any minor children under your care when you die. A will lays out any specific gifts, personal items you want to give to people, as well as general bequests for dividing your estate. In Arizona, you must sign your will in order for it to be valid. You must have two witnesses sign as well.<\/p>\n<p>Having this document in place does more than direct your wishes. It also gives peace of mind to the people you love. It allows them to know what you wanted and know you\u2019re caring for them even after you pass on. It\u2019s a final way for you to take care of those who matter in your life.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Does_A_Will_Cost\"><\/span>How Much Does A Will Cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do it yourself will preparation costs about $150. The average cost to have a lawyer draft your will for you comes with a price tag of $750 with average prices ranging anywhere from $300 to $1,000 in the US, according to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/ask\/answers\/033116\/what-average-cost-making-will.asp\">Investopedia<\/a>\u00a0and multiple online sources.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Speak_With_Our_Estate_Planning_Attorneys_In_Phoenix_Arizona_Today\"><\/span>Speak With Our Estate Planning Attorneys In Phoenix, Arizona Today<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m14!1m8!1m3!1d13295.289322404855!2d-111.972881!3d33.583962!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x0%3A0xa02db9a3ce093e9d!2sOgborne%20Law%20PLC!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sus!4v1575490314048!5m2!1sen!2sus\" width=\"100%\" height=\"150\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/services\/estate-planning\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/services\/estate-planning\/\">Estate planning<\/a>\u00a0is the right thing to do for the people you love. It\u2019s another way to say \u201cthank you\u201d to those who love you. Some of the decisions are hard, but at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/\">Ogborne Law<\/a>, we will help you navigate these difficult decisions.<\/p>\n<p>Your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/how-to-find-an-estate-planning-attorney\/\" data-cke-saved-href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/how-to-find-an-estate-planning-attorney\/\">Arizona estate planning attorney<\/a>\u00a0can help you select a will or trust or both. Your estate solution will work for\u00a0<em>you<\/em>. You will have the peace of mind that comes with effective planning for the future. Call 602.343.1435 or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ogbornelaw.com\/contact\/\">contact Ogborne Law with questions<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]An estate plan is a broad plan of action for an individual&#8217;s assets that may apply both during your life and upon death. A will, meanwhile, dictates where the assets will go after death. Let&#8217;s take an in-depth look at the differences between estate planning and wills. What Is Estate Planning? 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