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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.
An Intro to Trust Administration
If you’ve been named a successor trustee of a loved one’s trust, it can be overwhelming and a bit scary at first. There are many steps involved and you carry the personal liability of your fiduciary duty.
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.
Who Holds the Title in a Deed of Trust in Arizona?
Are you familiar with the deed of trust? In Arizona, this is the primary financial security document that’s used when purchasing a home.
How a Trust Works in Arizona
No matter your age, it’s never too early to plan for the future. Estate planning can involve many different factors for different people.
Who Gets Assets Without a Will in Arizona?
Your last will and testament is the legal document explaining the distribution of your personal property after your passing. Essentially, it allows you to allocate your assets according to your wishes.
Do Beneficiaries Get a Copy of the Trust in Arizona?
A trust is a legal contract that provides specific instructions for managing assets after someone passes away. Although trusts are an essential part of estate planning, a lot of people find the many different types of trusts to be confusing.
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?”
Is There an Inheritance Tax in Arizona?
Is there an inheritance tax in Arizona? How about an estate tax? Do federal taxes apply? If you have found yourself wondering about the answers to these questions, the legal team at Rilus Law can help you get the answers.
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.
Arizona Probate: An Overview
When a person dies, their estate often needs to go through the probate process. Probate can be defined as an organized process of determining the property of a deceased person, repaying their debts, and dividing their assets among the heirs.
Why You Need Help from a Living Trust Attorney
Contrary to common belief, creating a living trust isn’t just for the elderly or rich people. It can be a beneficial tool for people from all walks of life—even those without hefty bank accounts, million-dollar yachts, or luxury mansions for homes.
What are the Probate Laws in Arizona?
Probate is the process of settling a deceased person’s estate and accounts. Probate laws vary state by state, so it’s essential to work with a local probate attorney on your case.
Still Have Questions or Not Sure Where to Begin?
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