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✍️ Will vs. Trust – What’s the Difference? A Will says who gets your stuff after you pass away. But it only kicks in once you’re gone and usually goes through probate—a long, expensive, and very public court process. A Living Trust works while you’re alive and after you’re gone. Think of it like a bucket—you set the rules, put your assets inside, and when you pass, your successor trustee follows your instructions. ✅ It avoids probate, keeps things private, saves money, and gives you more control