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Community Profile: Allison Kierman
Allison Kierman is an attorney who has served the community as a trusted advisor and advocate for families in the Scottsdale and Phoenix area for more than 15 years. Allison …
Community Property Trusts Frequently Asked Questions
1. How can a community property trust help me save on taxes? Community property trusts help married couples save money by reducing or even eliminating capital gains tax after the …
How a Community Property Trust Could Save You Money in Taxes
When it comes to your family’s legacy, every dollar you can save from taxation counts. One way to keep your accounts and property out of the hands of the Internal …
Integrating a Community Property Trust into Your Estate Plan
Careful, trust-based estate planning is the best way to ensure the highest quality of life for you and your loved ones. But, a well-crafted estate plan consists of many parts. …
Myths and Frequently Asked Questions: Families with a Stay-at-Home-Parent
Myth #1: Because I stay at home with the kids, I do not need an estate plan. Estate planning is about more than just passing along your money and property. …
No Contribution Is Too Small
Most American strive to earn a decent-sized paycheck to support themselves and their families when they go to work. Stay-at-home parents, however, work to provide valuable nonfinancial contributions to their …
Probate FAQs
What is probate? Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate. It involves identifying and collecting the assets of the deceased person, paying any debts and taxes, …
Why the Knives May Come Out at Death
The box office success of the 2019 murder mystery Knives Out led to franchise status, with Glass Onion, the first sequel, released in late 2022. The original Knives Out featured …
What You Need to Know About Beneficiary-Controlled Trust
Would you like to provide your children or loved ones with an inheritance but protect them from the risks that may accompany a large windfall? If so, you can create …