Without a clear estate plan, your assets could end up in a string of legal battles. When it comes to estate planning, one of the most helpful things you can do for your loved ones isn’t complicated or expensive—it’s organizing your documents. Imagine your family trying to piece together your financial accounts, medical preferences, or […]
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With much of our lives intertwined with online platforms, it only makes sense to include online accounts in estate planning. Going beyond the traditional assets, today’s digital age gives us a considerable digital footprint. Imagine what would happen to your banking app, social media accounts, and cloud storage if the inevitable happens to you? Would
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When you think about getting your affairs in order, your mind probably goes straight to the usual stuff—your house, your car, your savings account, and maybe even your family heirlooms. But there’s something else just as important that often gets overlooked: your digital assets. If you’re like most people, a big part of your life
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What might happen if suddenly, due to illness or an accident, you cannot manage your financial matters? Have you ever considered who would handle your finances if you couldn’t do it yourself? Who would pay your bills, manage your bank accounts, make decisions about investments, or handle other important affairs? This is where having financial
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When a serious illness or an accident suddenly happens, it can take away your ability to handle your finances. Who would step in to manage your bank accounts, pay your bills, and take care of your investments? Would your family know what to do? This is where a Durable Financial Power of Attorney (POA) comes
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If you’ve ever had to make decisions about medical care for yourself or a loved one, you know how overwhelming it can be. You might hear doctors or social workers talk about a POLST form and wonder what that even means. Maybe someone handed you a packet of papers when a family member got sick,
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Imagine you are facing a serious medical emergency and you are unable to speak for yourself. Who will make decisions about your health care? What kind of treatments would you want—or not want? These are difficult questions, but answering them in advance can save your family from stress and uncertainty. In Arizona, you have the
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If you’ve ever had to deal with the probate process after a loved one passed away, you know how long, frustrating, and expensive it can be. Maybe you’ve heard that a living trust can help avoid probate, but you’re wondering if it’s really worth the effort. More than just keeping your estate out of probate
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A living trust is a legal document that allows you to manage your assets during your lifetime. Living trusts specify how those assets should be distributed after you pass away. It’s called “living” because it’s created while you’re still alive, unlike a will, which only goes into effect after death. Think of it as a
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If you’ve been researching estate planning in Arizona, you’ve probably come across the idea of a living trust. Maybe a lawyer, financial advisor, or even a friend has suggested that you set one up to protect your assets and ensure your loved ones avoid probate. While a living trust can be a useful tool, it’s
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