Happy New Year from the Phelps LaClair Team! We hope 2017 brings with it much success and happiness to you and yours. Are you one of the lucky ones who checked estate planning off your New Year to-do list quite some time ago? If so, good...
“Certainty? In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes.” -Benjamin Franklin Yes, it's true. Death and taxes are the two things in life we can't avoid. Even more discouraging is the fact that after a lifetime of paying taxes, it's possible that your estate is...
With the holiday season now in full swing, many of us look for ways to show our gratitude by giving of our time and resources to those in need. But did you know that you can continue your legacy of giving right now and after...
Have you noticed that some social networking sites are starting to follow our lead when it comes to preparing for the future? A few, like Facebook, are starting to provide options for people to protect their "digital assets," just like we protect your financial assets...
October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and the Team here at Phelps LaClair have been honored to help celebrate the abilities and contributions of people with special needs. James and his son Ashton participated in the Sharing Walk that took place in Tempe a few...
Look, you guys…we get it. We’ve heard the Lawyer jokes, seen the lawyer memes, and listened with a sympathetic ear while our friends complained to us about “legaleze.” We know you’re fed up with attorneys who fit the stereotype and prey on the average Joe...
In our most recent blog post we touched on several options for passing on your rental properties and real estate investments to your beneficiaries. In this post, we will look at additional factors to consider in your end-of-life planning as a real estate owner. At...
There are many hidden gems in the Phoenix Valley; natural landmarks; historical firsts; interesting eateries and pubs; and Jeffrey LaClair. Yes, we include our very own Phelps LaClair attorney, Jeffrey LaClair, in that list of hidden gems. Jeffrey has strong experience and much wisdom regarding...
Teaching your children about money is an essential part of parenting. In an age where credit card offers are prolific, and prohibitively high interest rates can lead to spiraling debt cycles, the training that children (or grandchildren) receive about money can make or break their...
Let’s face it: as much as popular culture would like to deny it, our bodies age. When we’re young and raising families, we’ve got loads of energy and stamina, especially if we also have a robust exercise regime. But as we grow older, our physical...