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Digital Estate Planning: You Need a Digital Asset Trust
As technology advances, more and more of our lives are being digitized. From our online banking and social media accounts to our family photos and videos, many of our most important assets are now stored in the digital realm.
What is the Average Estate Planning Cost?
Estate planning involves far more than protecting assets for the wealthy. It includes choosing a guardian for minor children, making sure your unmarried partner is taken care of, and even naming a trusted person to step in for financial or medical decisions in emergencies.
Dana and Associates is now Rilus Law!
Dana and Associates is now Rilus Law! Well, technically we are still Dana and Associates, LLC. However, we will now be going by our new name: Rilus Law.
What Documents Are Needed for Estate Planning?
Estate planning determines who will receive your assets and manage your estate after you pass away. While most people don’t love thinking about their end-of-life wishes, having an estate plan in place ensures they are adequately accounted for.
What Do I Need for Estate Planning?
When they think of estate planning, many people will think about drafting a will or putting a trust in place. But, there’s more to it than that. Several estate planning documents are needed to seamlessly transfer assets to heirs after your death.
Reasons Why You Need a Power of Attorney in Arizona
When you go through the process of creating an estate plan, one of the first –and most important– steps is choosing a power of attorney. This legal document designates another person to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so.
Where is the Safest Place to Keep Your Will?
The tough job of creating your Will is over, but now you want to know: where is the safest place to keep your Will? While you may have heard a few different recommendations, from having an attorney store it or taking it to the county clerk, your choice should be mindfully thought out.
How to Make a Will in Arizona
As an adult with valuable assets, it’s essential to have a last will and testament in place for peace of mind and protection of your loved ones. Your will allows you to plan for the future by dictating how your assets are divided after you have passed away.
How Does a Trust Work in Arizona?
For individuals looking to care for their loved ones and prepare for the future, setting up a trust is a common request. As experienced estate planning attorneys, one of the most common trust-related questions we hear is, “How does a trust work in Arizona?”
Does A Will Need to Be Filed in Arizona?
If you recently moved to the Grand Canyon State, you might be wondering: does a Will need to be filed in Arizona? Lucky for you, our legal team here at Rilus Law is here to help
Reasons Why You Need an Estate Plan
As estate planning attorneys, we understand that end-of-life planning can be difficult to get through. However, documenting your final wishes is essential for ensuring that your assets will be passed down from generation to generation.
4 Myths About Revocable Trusts
There is no denying that trusts are an essential part of estate planning. However, because there are several types of trusts (all with different purposes), it confuses many of our clients.
How to Choose an Estate Planning Attorney
Let’s be honest. Planning your estate isn’t exactly a party. For this reason, many people put it off—despite how important it is to have a valid estate plan in place.
What Happens When You Die Without a Will?
When it comes to estate planning, there is one question that is heard more often than any other. What happens when you die without a Will?
When Should You Update Your Living Trust and Will
It’s no secret that creating a Living Trust and Will is not most people’s idea of a fun time. However, it’s essential to the strength of your estate plan, the control of your assets, and the protection of your loved ones.
What Not to Put in a Living Trust
Living trusts can be highly beneficial in avoiding probate, protecting your assets, and providing for your loved ones. While many of your assets can go into your living trust, it’s important to be aware of what not to put in a living trust.
3 Estate Tax Planning Strategies
When planning your estate, it is essential to educate yourself by learning about estate tax planning strategies. It can be overwhelming at first, but our team of skilled estate lawyers at Rilus Law is here to help.
Stop! Living Without an Estate Plan.
Are you or anyone you know living WITHOUT an estate plan? We see the consequences of procrastinating on your estate plan daily in our law firm. We won’t get into the sad stories, so let’s just say it’s not fun when we can’t help someone when their loved one has passed without even a Will.
4 Common Estate Planning Questions
Nearly 6 out of every 10 adults in America do not have a Will or any sort of estate plan in place. This primarily stems from the lack of understanding surrounding the topic.
Who Should Be My Beneficiary?
When it comes to writing your Will, arguably the most critical aspect is naming your beneficiaries. These are the people or organizations who will get your assets in the event of your death.
Still Have Questions or Not Sure Where to Begin?
Contact us today to schedule your free one-hour meeting with an attorney to assess your estate planning needs.