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How Much Does a Will Cost?

A will is a one-time document expense, but the real cost hits your heirs at probate. See upfront fees from attorneys, online services, and DIY options alongside the 3-8% probate costs your estate will owe.

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West Dakota: $999,999 (99.9%)East Montana: $888,888 (88.8%)

Cost estimates based on published pricing. Actual costs may vary.Pricing verified January 2025

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Will costs range from under $100 for basic online services to several hundred dollars when working with an attorney. However, the true cost includes probate fees your heirs will pay, which typically add 3-8% of your estate value.

Probate costs include attorney fees, executor fees, court filing fees, bond premiums, publication costs, and potentially appraiser fees. These typically total 3-8% of your estate value and are paid before your heirs receive their inheritance.

For smaller estates, a will may be more affordable upfront. For estates over $100,000, a trust often saves money overall by avoiding probate. This calculator shows both options so you can compare.

Document costs vary by provider type (online vs attorney) and complexity. Probate costs vary by state - some states have statutory fee schedules while others allow reasonable hourly billing.

No. All wills must go through probate court to be validated and executed. Only a living trust can avoid probate. However, some states have simplified probate for smaller estates.

How Much Does a Will Cost?

Will costs include two parts: the document itself and the probate costs your heirs will pay later. Online services charge lower upfront fees, but all wills go through probate court after death.

Probate costs typically range from 3-8% of your estate value. This includes attorney fees, executor fees, court costs, and other expenses that come out of your estate before beneficiaries receive their inheritance.

Traditional attorneys charge state-specific hourly rates for will creation. While more expensive upfront, the probate costs are the same regardless of who created the will.

A living trust avoids probate entirely. Trusts cost more upfront but can save heirs significant time and money.

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