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Last Updated: February 6, 2026
At WillAgent, we believe in transparency. This page explains how we source, verify, and present the statistics used throughout our website and marketing materials. All statistics are sourced from reputable organizations and are verified for accuracy.
Our statistics come from:
We prioritize primary sources and avoid using statistics from unverifiable secondary sources.
Before publishing any statistic, we:
68% of Americans don't have a will
Source: Caring.com Wills Survey (2024)View Source
Average attorney cost for will: $1,000-$3,000
Source: LegalZoom / Martindale-Nolo (2024)
Probate takes 9-18 months on average
Source: American Bar Association (2023)
Probate costs 3-7% of estate value
Source: AARP / State statutes (2024)
44% of sibling relationships damaged by inheritance disputes
Source: LLPH Law / Estate Planning Studies (2023)
$84.4 trillion wealth transfer expected
Source: Cerulli Associates (2024)View Source
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We review our statistics annually and update them when new data becomes available. If you believe a statistic on our website is inaccurate or outdated, please contact us at support@mywillagent.com with the specific statistic and your concern.
We are committed to accuracy and will promptly investigate and correct any errors.
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