FAQs

Yes. FeedingBird offers couple plans for both wills and trusts. The Couple Will Plan is $279 one time and the Couple Trust Plan is $579 one time, covering both partners under one plan.

A couple's trust covers both partners jointly. Each partner will still have their own pour-over will, power of attorney, and healthcare directive included in the plan.

The surviving partner retains full control of the trust and all assets held within it. Upon the second partner's death, assets pass to the named beneficiaries.

A last will and testament, financial power of attorney, healthcare directive, and personal messages to your loved ones. Starting at $179 for individuals, $279 for couples. One-time payment.

A revocable living trust, pour-over will, durable power of attorney, healthcare directive, and personal messages to your loved ones. Starting at $479 for individuals, $579 for couples. One-time payment.

Guided Support (+$79) provides one-on-one help from FeedingBird's support team. Attorney Support (+$279) gives you dedicated time with a licensed attorney to review your documents. Both are available as add-ons to any plan.

A will goes through probate (a public court process) before your assets are distributed. A trust transfers assets directly to your beneficiaries, bypassing probate entirely. Trusts also protect your privacy since they never become public record. Many people have both.

Yes. FeedingBird trusts are state-specific and legally valid when signed and notarized according to your state's requirements. FeedingBird is currently available in New Jersey, New York, Virginia, and Florida.

You can include real estate, bank accounts, investment accounts, vehicles, and personal property. Assets like retirement accounts and life insurance policies cannot go into a trust because they already have designated beneficiaries, but your trust can be named as the beneficiary.

A living trust is a legal document that lets you transfer your assets to a trustee (usually yourself) to manage during your lifetime and distribute to your beneficiaries after you die, without going through probate. It is a good fit if you own real estate, have significant assets, or want to avoid the cost and delay of probate court.

Yes. A living trust must be signed in front of a notary public to be legally valid. FeedingBird walks you through exactly what is required in your state.

Yes. A FeedingBird revocable living trust can be amended at any time. Unlimited lifetime updates are included with your plan.

Most people complete their trust in about an hour. You can save your progress and return anytime.

The Individual Trust Plan is $479 one time and includes a revocable living trust, pour-over will, durable power of attorney, healthcare directive, and personal messages to your loved ones. The Couple Plan is $579 one time and covers both partners. Optional add-ons include Guided Support (+$79) and Attorney Support (+$279).

A living trust is a legal document that lets you transfer your assets to a trustee (usually yourself) to manage during your lifetime and distribute to your beneficiaries after you die, without going through probate. It is a good fit if you own real estate, have significant assets, or want to avoid the cost and delay of probate court.

Yes. A living trust must be signed in front of a notary public to be legally valid. FeedingBird walks you through exactly what is required in your state.

Yes. A FeedingBird revocable living trust can be amended at any time. Unlimited lifetime updates are included with your plan.

Yes. A FeedingBird will is state-specific and legally valid when properly signed and witnessed according to your state's rules. FeedingBird is currently available in New Jersey, New York, Virginia, and Florida.

No. Most people don't need a lawyer for a straightforward will. FeedingBird guides you through the entire process, from naming beneficiaries to choosing an executor and designating guardians for minor children. If you'd like professional review, Attorney Support is available as an add-on.

Your state decides how your assets are distributed through a process called intestate succession. Assets may not go to the people you intended, and courts may appoint a guardian for your children rather than someone you would have chosen.

An executor is the person responsible for carrying out your will, paying debts, filing taxes, and distributing assets to your beneficiaries. Choose someone organized and trustworthy. A spouse, adult child, or close friend are common choices.

Yes. Your will is the legal document that lets you designate your preferred guardian for minor children. Without one, a court makes that decision.

A will takes effect only after you die and goes through probate court. A trust takes effect immediately, avoids probate, and can also protect you during incapacity. Many people have both — a trust for major assets and a pour-over will as a safety net.

Most people finish in under an hour. You can save your progress and return at any time.

The Individual Will Plan is $179 one time and includes a last will and testament, financial power of attorney, healthcare directive, and personal messages to your loved ones. The Couple Plan is $279 one time. Optional add-ons include Guided Support (+$79) and Attorney Support (+$279).

An executor is the person responsible for carrying out your will, paying debts, filing taxes, and distributing assets to your beneficiaries. Choose someone organized and trustworthy. A spouse, adult child, or close friend are common choices.