Many Tucson residents have firm beliefs as to how they want their medical care to be handled, especially if they are facing a terminal illness or are unable to communicate their wishes. Advanced directives – a durable power of attorney and a living will – can be...
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Estate planning if you are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
We sometimes take our good health for granted. However, sometimes as a person in Southern Arizona ages, they come down with an illness that will cause a decline in their mental and physical abilities, such as Alzheimer’s disease. If this happens, it is important to...
Estate plans are not just for the old and wealthy
Young adults in the Tucson area may have a hard time envisioning what their life will look like as they age. They may be just starting off in their careers, newly married or unmarried at all and childless. One responsibility that may not even be on their radar is...
What to do with your estate plan after it is executed
You may have executed an estate plan that includes all the necessary documents to ensure your wishes are met both at the end of your life and upon your passing. However, once these documents are drafted there is an important aspect to consider -- what to do with these...
How to choose your estate’s personal representative
A crucial part of estate planning is choosing who will be the personal representative of your estate when the time comes. Your personal representative will be in charge of passing your estate through probate, settling any outstanding debts and distributing your...
Factoring charitable giving into your estate plan
Estate planning is all about preserving your legacy. You want your finances and belongings to be handled in a way that reflects your priorities and who you are. For many people, that means incorporating philanthropy. While charitable giving does allow for tax...