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FreeWill vs Trust & Will
Both stand on planned giving software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
FreeWill covers several common estate-planning documents, with free edits and a no-cost plan. Its own guidance says people with complex needs should seek legal counsel.
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Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1
Trust & Will offers plans for wills and trusts, with a free starting option and optional attorney access. Review the plan contents and state availability, and account for the required signing and notarization.
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| FreeWill | Trust & Will | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Essentials membership: $49 a year |
| Plans published | 3 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | freewill.com | trustandwill.com |
| On planned giving software | #1 of 20 | #2 of 20 |
FreeWill: what it does well
- Documents can be used in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
- Unlimited free edits and re-finalization are available.
- The free plan requires no credit card.
- Includes several estate-planning document types.
- Supports charitable gifts and multiple giving methods.
What to know first
- Online planning may not suit complex needs.
- Document storage is not included.
Trust & Will: what it does well
- Free option for estate plan creation
- Will Plan includes a power of attorney
- Trust Plan includes a revocable living trust
- Mobile apps allow document review and asset tracking
What to know first
- Documents must be signed and notarized to be legally binding
- Editing and plan updates are website-only
- Attorney Support is unavailable in seven states
- The service does not provide legal advice
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