Yes.
A will is kinda like a suggestion to the probate court for what to do with your money. Ultimately, the court will decide whether to follow your suggestion or not.
An estate plan – specifically a trust – is kinda like a legal instruction manual. It never goes through probate court, so there aren’t any judges make any decisions for you.
And since it doesn’t go through court, it’s not on the public record which means no one will know what you’re leaving to who (and that means no one can contest your instructions).
Most people think a will is the same as an estate plan, so if you did too, you’re not alone!
