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You've heard of estate taxes, death taxes, but what about gift taxes? Gift taxes are imposed by the federal government on gifts that exceed the annual exclusion amount. Learn more about gift taxes here.

Dementia or Alzheimer's can change a lot about your mental and physical capabilities. So, does a diagnosis change your ability to write or change your will? Learn more here.

Special Needs Trusts allow you to provide for your disabled loved ones without putting them at risk for losing their state benefits.

Who gets the car after you die? It's important to name a beneficiary to help your estate avoid probate. Learn more about the process of transferring your car's title here.

Whether you create a simple or complex wills depends on many factors, such as the size of your estate, your marital status, and whether or not you own a business. Learn about the differences between simple and complex wills here!

A Disposition Authorization is a legal document that allows you to dictate what happens to you body after you die. Creating a Disposition Authorization can help make your final wishes for your body clear. Learn more.

Powers of attorney grant an "agent" the ability to make financial and medical decisions for you. Learn more about the options available to you and how to appoint a power of attorney here.

Death taxes refer to estate and inheritance taxes imposed after an individual dies. In Washington there is no inheritance tax. Learn how estate taxes in Washington state work here.

If you're one of the 10% of Americans who own a business, it's important to have a business succession plan to smoothly transition your business to heirs or to liquidate assets. Learn more about how to plan for your business after death here.

Guardianships are a way to ensure that your children and dependents are cared for even after death. Learn about the importance of electing a guardian here.

Probate can be hard to navigate. Learn about how to avoid probate here! When you're ready to create your will, trust Orbit Wills

You'd be surprised at what kinds of information people sometimes forget to include in their wills. Learn the 7 most common forgotten items in a will, so you can be sure to include the in yours!

It's just as important to know what not to include in your will. Learn about what you shouldn't include in your will here!

There are so many options these days when it comes to what to do with your body after you die. Read about some of the wackiest options available (including becoming a vinyl!) here!

Social media is another important thing to remember when estate planning. Get the tips here!