Estate planning is a crucial aspect of financial security and peace of mind, especially in the context of marriage. It's not just about the distribution of assets; it's about trying to ensure your family is taken care of when you're no longer around. It involves...
During the Arizona probate process, family members and individuals named as beneficiaries in the deceased’s estate planning paperwork can become the legal owners of property that previously belonged solely to the decedent. A testator who has created an estate plan...
Once the paperwork is formally filed and divorce is underway, it is easy to think you are free to move on and, possibly, give love another shot. After all, you are no longer romantically involved with your soon-to-be ex. But is this always a good idea? While no law in...
Trust is the foundation of a good marriage, so infidelity of any kind can strike a death blow to the relationship – and that includes something known as “financial infidelity.” This involves one half of a couple hiding or lying about any financial matter to the other....
Your child has announced that they’re getting married. Even if you’ve already grown to love their spouse-to-be, you still want them to have a prenuptial agreement to protect the assets your child already has and especially those they’ll accumulate and/or inherit in...
In recent years, an interesting phenomenon has become apparent concerning divorce rates. Age plays a huge role in the likelihood that a couple will go the distance at any given point in their relationship. For most people who are under 50, the divorce rate is going...
Oftentimes, married couples who want to keep their estate planning as simple as possible consider creating a joint will. However, true joint wills are rarely used nowadays and often aren’t recognized by probate courts. One of the many issues with joint wills is that...
Parents often worry about how the end of their relationship might affect the lives of their children. They worry about how divorce might reduce everyone's standard of living or how the children may suffer emotionally because of the sudden change in their family...
Regardless of age or net worth, you should always consider creating an estate plan. Without one, your assets and personal wishes after you're gone might not be fulfilled the way you'd like them to be. However, people often overlook many essential components when...
Remarrying shows courage – you went through a divorce but were brave enough to give love another chance. However, irreconcilable issues can make you dissolve your second marriage. But will it be different this time? The second and subsequent divorce can be more...