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If you find yourself hesitating to take the plunge into estate planning, you're not alone. Many Arizonans procrastinate when dealing with their estate, and for a variety of reasons. Some are afraid to confront their own mortality, while others are simply overwhelmed...
Estate planning can be an intricate process. Depending on the circumstances, numerous legal documents may need to be drafted, and the language in key provisions can be critical to their interpretation. Therefore, a lot of care needs to go into the drafting of these...
As you likely know, there are dozens of legal and financial decisions to make over the course of a lifetime. If you are healthy and mentally fit, making your own decisions probably makes sense. Of course, it is not hard to imagine a scenario in which you may be...
Readers of this blog might be aware of the numerous estate planning tools they have at their disposal. Many Arizonans choose to utilize a living trust as part of their estate plan as it allows assets to bypass the probate process. One of these trusts can also give a...
Creating a will is a strong first step when it comes to estate planning. This document, even in its most basic terms, can be a powerful way to ensure that one's estate is appropriately addressed after his or her death. When a will isn't created, the distribution of...
There are many estate planning legal documents that an Arizonan can utilize to ensure that his or her assets are handled in accordance with his or her wishes. For some, this means creating a simple will. For others, more extensive planning is needed. One of a variety...
The way in which estate plans are created and estate assets are distributed are dictated by state laws. Therefore, those who are familiar with their state's laws can usually craft an estate plan that suits their needs. In some instances, though, these matters can be...
One of the most important things parents leave behind for their children is an estate plan. However, these documents can serve as sources of tension for many families if carried out the wrong way. While there are no guarantees, individuals can take steps to reduce the...
Arizona law allows you to designate someone to make health care and financial decisions on your behalf by executing a power of attorney. The person you choose makes important choices for you under certain circumstances, such as if you are in a vegetative state after a...
After completing an estate plan, many Arizonans feel a tremendous sense of relief. They certainly should, as taking this huge step is the best way to not only ensure that loved one's are adequately cared for in the event of one's death, but also that one's estate is...
