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Everyone in Arizona needs an estate plan of some type even if it is just a simple last will and testament. Those who die intestate, or without a will, run the risk of state intervention and potential claims from creditors or other outliers. Chief among these entities...
Some people in Arizona who are considering creating an estate plan might wonder whether they need to consult an attorney if they can download the documents online. However, there is more value to working with a professional on an estate plan than simply having the...
When people in Arizona get remarried later in life, they should take certain precautions to make sure their spouse is taken care of in the case of death or incapacitation. Here's the steps that remarried individuals should take to ensure a fair distribution of their...
Individuals in Arizona and throughout the United States should consider writing a will at some point in their lifetime. If they die without a will, the court divides up their assets and even decides who gets custody of their children. A will allows individual to have...
Residents of Arizona in their 20s and 30s might believe that estate planning is something they do not have to worry about for quite some time. The truth of the matter is that estate planning can be important for young people even if they possess modest assets. Proper...
A will is one of several documents that can be useful as part of an estate plan. If you die without an estate plan in Arizona, the state will decide what happens to your assets. If you have minor children, the state may also determine who their guardians will be....
When a marriage that produced children ends in divorce, it is typical for the children to struggle with the changes as the family evolves. Children may resent one parent whom they view as responsible for the divorce. They may also have trouble bonding with the new...
While Arizona residents and others may benefit from simply having a will or trust, it is still important to pick the right person to oversee them. An estate representative or trustee should be young and healthy enough to effectively act on a deceased person's behalf....
People who need to make an estate plan may want to start by meeting with an attorney. While do-it-yourself plans are available, they often do not include all the options. In addition to a will, there are a number of other estate planning documents and vehicles that...
When a person passes away, Arizona law doesn't necessarily include a bank account as part of the person's estate. In fact, there are several types of financial accounts that might pass to a beneficiary without going through probate. Individuals and couples should be...
