Estate Planning for Blended Families in Arizona
Why Standard Plans Fall Short The default estate plan leaves everything to the surviving spouse and then equally to children. For blended families this creates real problems. Assets left outright …
Why DIY Wills Can Get Complicated Fast
I had one of the hardest calls of my week yesterday. A new client came to me after her stepfather passed away. He had used an online will form. The …
Powers of Attorney in Arizona: What They Are and Why You Need Them
Two Types of Power of Attorney A durable financial power of attorney authorizes your agent to manage your financial affairs — paying bills, managing accounts, handling real estate transactions, and …
The $32 Million Dinosaur That Sparked a Family Legal Battle
A Dinosaur Worth $32 Million, and a Family Battle Behind It. When most people think about fossils, they imagine history buried beneath the ground. But the story of Stan, a …
Keep Your Vacation Home in the Family for Generations
Your vacation home can become more than a memory, it can become a legacy. One of my clients is thoughtfully planning for her home to remain a special place where …
Don’t Let Your Points Die With You
Have you ever stopped to think about what happens to your credit card points and airline miles when you’re no longer here? People spend years building up rewards for flights, …
The Estate Planning Conversation Most Families Avoid
Estate planning is more than documents, it’s peace of mind for the people you care about most. One of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to share your plan …
A Simple Plan Can Protect Your Family
Over half of Americans don’t have a simple will in place. That means millions of families are left guessing, forced into probate court, trying to make decisions without clear instructions, …
What is a Domestic Asset Protection Trust?
DAPTs: A smarter way to protect what you’ve worked so hard to build. Imagine being able to place a layer of protection around your money, property, and assets, while still …
25 Questions About Wills Answered by a Scottsdale Estate Planning Attorney
A will is one of the most important legal documents you can have, yet many people put off creating one because they believe they have plenty of time or think …