The guided app for settling
an estate together.
So you can grieve, not Google.
Step-by-step checklists personalized to your state, transparent finances, and family collaboration — so no one has to figure this out alone.
No credit card required
20 mo
average to settle an estate
$12.5K
average out-of-pocket costs
67%
can't find essential documents
44%
of families fight over estates
Why I built this
“When someone you love dies, you're handed a mountain of tasks while still grieving. I built Afterward after going through it myself because no family should have to figure this out alone.”
Shannon Donnelly
Founder
Everything you need, nothing you don't
Built by someone who lived through it.
Smart Checklists
State-specific tasks that adapt to where you are in the process. Never miss a deadline.
Document Vault
Securely store wills, deeds, certificates — everything in one place, always accessible.
Financial Tracking
Track assets, liabilities, and expenses. Generate estate inventory reports in one click.
Family Collaboration
Invite family members with role-based access. Everyone sees the same truth.
Memorial Mosaic
A beautiful visual that grows as you complete tasks — turning grief into progress.
Bank-Level Security
Encrypted storage, role-based permissions, and full audit trails for peace of mind.
Two problems. One app.
Estate settlement is overwhelming, and the secrecy tears families apart. Afterward solves both.
The Overwhelm
Hundreds of tasks, legal deadlines, financial paperwork — with no guide and no help.
The Family Fallout
Secrecy breeds suspicion. Families torn apart when they need each other most.
How it works
Tell us where you are
Answer a few gentle questions. We personalize everything to your state and situation.
Follow your checklist
Step-by-step guidance with deadlines, tips, and emotional support built in.
Invite your family
Share progress with family members. Transparency prevents conflict.
Your data is encrypted and secure
Bank-level encryption. Role-based access. Full audit trails.
From the Blog
Guides for the hardest moments
Practical advice from someone who's been through it.
March 12, 2026
Will vs. Trust vs. Probate: What's the Difference?
A clear breakdown of wills, trusts, and probate — what each one does, how they differ, and which your family needs.
Read more →March 12, 2026
Do I Need Probate? A Simple Guide to Know for Sure
Whether probate is required depends on estate size, asset titles, and your state. Here's how to figure out your situation.
Read more →March 12, 2026
What Is a Living Trust? (And Do You Really Need One?)
How living trusts work, what they cost, when they make sense, and the one mistake that makes them worthless.
Read more →Take a breath. We've got you.
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