When you inherit a house, there are a number of important steps you should take to protect your interests. Inheriting a house after a loved one passes away can be a complex and emotional experience. We hope this guide will help you through the process,...
When legal files are surrounding you, the to do list is piling up, and things seem a bit overwhelming, a break might be just what you need. But where do you go? Phelps LaClair are not only avid legal experts on estate planning, we are...
People who are single and childless often assume they don’t need estate planning services. While it’s true that estate planning can benefit married couples and people with children, the reality is that estate planning is for everyone. Here’s why estate planning is so important, whether...
Whether or not you should put your home in a trust is a common estate planning question. There is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question, because it depends on your circumstances and your goals. But placing real estate in a trust can have many benefits,...
Many people assume that once they set their affairs in order, the matter is closed. They don’t realize why it’s important to update your estate plan and review it on regular basis. Throughout our lives we move homes, make new investments, add new family members, and...
Have you started working on your estate plan yet? There are many common myths and misconceptions about estate planning that can cause people to make mistakes with their plans, or prevent them from making one at all. If you’ve heard and believed any of these...
Phelps LaClair is an estate planning law firm serving Chandler, Mesa, Phoenix and Scottsdale. We help our clients to protect the wealth they have labored to build, and to pass it on to succeeding generations. With another presidential election on the horizon for 2020, many...
Safety is a huge concern these days. Television, internet, and newspapers all focus on tragedy, corruption, and international tension. It’s human nature to want to be safe. Phelps LaClair in Gilbert, Chandler, and Mesa also has your safety at heart. It’s written into every estate...
In our last blog post we discussed the benefits of forming a Limited Liability Company for asset protection, taxes, and company structure. Because Phelps LaClair is the leader in the Phoenix Valley when it comes to estate planning, we have many Estate Planning options for...
There are definitely important things to include in all estate planning: making sure all of your assets are covered, naming beneficiaries, and reducing tax burdens are a few items among that crucial list. But you also want to be aware of what should not be...