Secure Your Future in Iowa
Simple, legal wills for Iowans. Navigate probate with confidence — Iowa repealed its inheritance tax in 2025.
Iowa Estate Planning Rules
Creating a will in Iowa comes with specific requirements. This page provides general information, not legal advice. Verify current requirements with a licensed attorney before relying on a generated document.
Witness Requirements
Two witnesses, 16 or older
Probate Threshold
Estates under $50,000 may qualify for simplified procedures.
Specific Laws You Should Know
Inheritance Tax Repealed
Iowa fully repealed its inheritance tax effective January 1, 2025 (via HF 718, signed June 2023). No Iowa inheritance tax is owed for deaths on or after that date, regardless of the heir's relationship to the deceased.
Small Estate
Estates under $50,000 can be distributed via affidavit without going through full probate court administration.
Using My Last Word in Iowa
The builder provides a printable starting point and a conservative signing checklist. It does not replace state-specific legal advice.
- Printable witness signature lines.
- General state signing reminders.
- Prompts for common estate and digital-asset decisions.