Top Three Differences Between a Will and a Trust! A will and a trust are two of the most common tools for transferring wealth transfer after death. Most people are familiar with a will. They're quick, easy, and important to set up, but far less people are...
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Book Review: Living Trusts for Everyone
A will may not be the best way to protect and care for your family. In his book, Living Trusts for Everyone: Why a Will is Not the Way to Avoid Probate, Protect Heirs, and Settle Estates, Ronald Farrington Sharp clarifies a common misconception around trusts: that...
After a loved one’s death
Understanding and handling their affairs The death of a friend or relative - even when expected - can be devastating for their loved ones. It can take time to mourn and heal from the loss. This can make it extremely difficult to manage your friend or relative’s...
Epstein’s Estate – What happens now?
What Will Happen to Jeffrey Epstein’s Assets? In light of Jeffrey Epstein's recent suicide in prison, the question for those who were traumatized by his actions is – whether they can still collect from his estate if they are able to secure a legal judgment for...
Understanding Community Property Laws
The Differences Between Community Property and Separate Property Arizona is one of about ten states that is a community property state. Most other states are common law states. Understanding the affects of being a community property state are a key issue in divorce...
Understanding the Trust Administration Process
An Overview of the Trust Administration Process and How It Differs from Probate Wills and trusts are both legal documents that help transfer control and management of your assets. An experienced Arizona wills and trusts lawyer can explain which document is right for...
Arizona’s Probate Process
How Probate of an Estate is Handled in Arizona What property must be probated and how the Tempe Arizona probate process works Probate is the way in which property that passes through a deceased person’s estate is collected, accounted for and, distributed. With proper...
What to expect on the death of a loved one
What to expect on the death of a loved one There are many steps to take after a loved one passes away. Ideally, your parent, spouse, family member, or loved one has communicated with you about what they hoped would be done for them when they died. If you are unsure...