MyEstateCompass was built by Pete, a copywriter, educator, and parent of three, after he realized how confusing and intimidating estate planning felt for his own family.
The legal information was out there, scattered across law firm blogs and government sites. But nowhere could he find a single, trustworthy place that would simply help him understand what he needed without trying to sell him something in the process.
So he built one.
What This Site Is
MyEstateCompass is a free educational tool. We offer a guided assessment that helps you understand what estate planning documents and steps likely make sense for your situation. Every recommendation is clearly explained and linked to authoritative legal sources. See how the assessment works.
What This Site Is Not
This is not legal advice. We are not lawyers, and we don't pretend to be. We don't sell legal services, we don't collect your data, and we don't refer you to attorneys for a commission. Every situation is unique, and you should always consult a qualified professional before making estate planning decisions.
How We Make Money
We make money through display advertising. That's it. Ads appear on our content pages, never in the middle of the assessment, and never in a way that interrupts your experience. We have no affiliate relationships with legal service providers. Learn more about our revenue model.
Our Standards
Every factual claim on this site is sourced from authoritative legal references: state laws, bar associations, and government agencies. We don't cite law firm blogs or content aggregators as primary sources. Sources are listed at the bottom of every content page with links you can verify yourself.
Content is reviewed regularly and marked with a "Last reviewed" date so you always know how current it is.