The Basics

Do I need these documents if I'm healthy?

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Yes. Once you turn 18, your parents lose legal authority to help with your medical, financial, and academic matters - regardless of your health. These documents restore their ability to assist you.

What documents are included in the $395 package?

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The My College Estate Plan includes four essential legal documents prepared by real licensed Wisconsin lawyers:

HIPAA Authorization (allows healthcare providers to share your medical information with your parents now)
Healthcare Power of Attorney (enables medical decision-making by your parents if you're incapacitated)
Financial Power of Attorney (gives your parents power to help you with banking, housing, and financial matters)
Basic Will (distributes your assets to your parents upon your death)

How is this different from online form services?

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The MyCollegeEstatePlan is prepared for you by real licensed Wisconsin lawyers who insure they are legally valid when you need them, not automated form generators,

Cost & Payment

Why does this cost $395?

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This flat fee covers professional legal services that typically cost $900+ for custom estate plans. You're getting attorney-prepared documents at a fraction of traditional hourly rates ($400/hour).

Can my parents pay for this service?

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Yes, parents can provide payment. However, you are the client and must complete all forms and execute the documents yourself because its your estate plan.

Is this an annual fee or one-time payment?

This is a one-time fee. Your documents remain valid until you turn 25 or revoke or update them.

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Legal Validity

Will these Wisconsin documents work in other states?

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Yes. Documents validly executed in Wisconsin are generally recognized nationwide. The financial power of attorney follows the Uniform Power of Attorney Act adopted by 26 states.

What if I'm already married or have children?

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This product is designed for single college students. Married individuals or parents need customized estate planning to properly protect their spouse and children; the My College Estate Plan is not appropriate for them.

What if I own significant assets?

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If you own more than $100,000 of property, you should consider comprehensive estate planning beyond this basic package. Contact us for help.

How do I revoke all or some of these documents?

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You can revoke one, several or all of these documents at any time in writing and delivering a copy of that written revocation to your parents and any doctor, bank, or institution that has them or is relying on them. You can use this form to do so.

Timing & Updates

When should I get these documents?

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The MyCollegeEstatePlan is needed immediately after turning 18 and before you first go or return to college. Don't wait until you need them - get protected before emergencies arise. But, you cannot sign these documents until you turn 18.

Do these documents expire?

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Yes, automatically when you turn 25 or when you revoke them. Most students update their documents after graduation when life circumstances change.

Can I modify these documents later?

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The documents cannot be edited after signing. When your situation changes (marriage, children, financial independence), you'll need new documents prepared.

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Important Considerations

Family Situations

What if I don't want my parents involved in my decisions?

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These documents are designed for students who want their parents to have authority to help. If you prefer complete independence, this product isn't appropriate for you.

What if I don’t trust my parents?

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If you do not trust your parents the My College Estate Plan may not be right for you.

What happens without these documents?

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Without proper legal authorization, your parents cannot: access your medical information, communicate with your doctors, make healthcare decisions in emergencies, help with banking issues, deal with landlords, or handle any legal matters on your behalf - even in emergencies.

What if my parents are divorced? Can I name both?

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Yes, you can name both parents even if they're divorced. You'll choose who acts first (primary) and who's the backup. For healthcare decisions, you'll pick "Mom then Dad" or "Dad then Mom." Same for financial matters. They don't have to work together - whoever is primary makes the decisions.

Can I name someone other than my parents?

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This package is specifically designed for naming parents. If you want to name a grandparent, older sibling, aunt/uncle, or someone else, you'll need custom documents. Contact us about personalized estate planning at our regular rates.

What if I'm estranged from one parent?

You can name just one parent as your agent for all documents, but you have to contact us to do so because we need to customize your plan a bit.

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Practical Matters

Who can be my witnesses? Can they be family friends?

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Your witnesses must be adults (18+) who aren't related to you by blood or marriage. Family friends, neighbors, roommates, classmates, professors, coaches, or coworkers all work perfectly. They just need to watch you sign and then sign as witnesses. Parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, and uncles cannot be witnesses.

I'm on my parents' health insurance - doesn't that cover this?

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No. Being on their insurance just means they pay your medical bills. It gives them zero legal authority to: get information about your medical condition, talk to your doctors, access your medical records, or make healthcare decisions for you. Insurance coverage and legal authority are completely different things.

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Real Stuff That Happens to Real Students

The Basics

Cost & Payment

Legal Validity

Timing & Updates

Important Considerations

Family Situations

Practical Matters