Estate Planning in Wisconsin

Wisconsin has no state estate or inheritance tax. Simple wills cost $400-$900, comprehensive plans $1,700-$4,000. Wisconsin probate is handled through county Circuit Courts with Probate Division. Small estates under $50,000 qualify for transfer by affidavit. Wisconsin is a community property state, so estate planning must properly address community vs. separate property. Marital property agreements can modify community property presumptions. Wisconsin allows Transfer on Death deeds. Healthcare powers of attorney are authorized under Chapter 155.