End of Life Documents - Drafting Wills, Trusts, and Other Key Documents

Estate Planning Made Simple

Online platforms offer legally sound templates for a wide range of estate planning documents:

• Wills

• Living Trusts

• Powers of Attorney

• Advance Directives (Living Wills)

• Guardianship and conservator documents

Many of these services walk you through the process step-by-step. As long as you enter accurate and complete information, your documents will reflect your wishes and stand up legally—if they are properly executed.

Make It Legal: Witnesses and Notaries Seal the Deal

A will or trust isn’t valid until it is properly executed & Funded*, which means:

• It is signed by you, the person making the document (the testator or grantor)

• It is witnessed by two impartial adults (for wills) and the Self-Proving affidavit is Notarized to accompany the will. 

• It is notarized (required for most estate documents)

• For Trusts, You must fund the trust for it to become active. An example would be to put the property into the Trusts name rather than the individuals name. You may need to complete a form like a grant deed to transfer any real-property. 

Finding Your Own Witnesses:

Many people don’t realize they can bring their own witnesses to a signing. These should be:

• Over 18

• Not listed as a beneficiary

• Not family (if possible not required)

You can schedule your signing at home, at work, or anywhere convenient. With a little planning, you can avoid attorney offices altogether.

Why Use Notary on the Fly NW?

Not all notaries are created equal. Notary on the Fly NW is specially trained in estate planning signings, including:

• Wills

• Living Trusts

• POAs

• Healthcare Directives

We understand the gravity of these documents and treat each appointment with professionalism, confidentiality, and compassion. End of life documents wills & Trusts.

Benefits of Using Our Mobile Notary Service:

• We come to you — home, hospital, workplace, or care facility

• 24/7 availability in Portland, OR and Vancouver, WA

• Flexible witness coordination if you need help

• Experience handling complex signings like signature by mark or with Power of Attorney

A mobile notary like us doesn’t just sign and stamp—we help you finalize a crucial chapter of your life planning.

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When You Might Still Want an Attorney

DIY estate planning is a great option, but in some cases, you might want professional legal help:

• If you own property in multiple states

• If you have a blended family or unusual family dynamics

• If you need help minimizing estate taxes or setting up complex trusts

That’s why we’ve partnered with Myatt & Bell Law Firm, a reputable firm with offices in Portland and Vancouver, to offer clients expert legal help when needed.

To help you get started, we’ve created a FREE Estate Planning Checklist PDF  This resource includes:

• A list of essential documents

• Who needs to sign and witness what

• When to call in a notary

• Tips for preparing your own legal documents

Download the Checklist Below!

DIY Estate Planning Checklist.pdf

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Take Control of Your Legacy

With online tools, careful planning, and the right support from Notary on the Fly NW, estate planning doesn’t have to be expensive, confusing, or intimidating.

You can do this—and we’re here to help every step of the way.