When it comes to estate planning, millennials are well ahead of the game. Many have been assisting their parents with the estate planning process, and others have even started setting up their own estate plans. It’s never too late or too early to get started—life...
A durable power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that gives someone you trust the right to make financial and/or medical decisions on your behalf. It's a good safeguard to include in your estate plan, just in case a time comes when you are...
In a previous blog post, we shared about the exercise benefits of horse riding. Today, we’d like to highlight several trail rides in our wonderful region of Arizona. We’re Phelps LaClair, and we’ve been part of the greater community around Phoenix ever since the early...
When people hear the word “estate,” they often imagine mansions, yachts, and massive investments. But the truth is, everyone has an estate. If you own anything at all—even just a house and savings account—you have an estate. So, what actually makes up an estate, and what...
Estate planning and retirement planning go hand in hand. Just like it's never too early (or too late) to start saving for retirement, it's always good to begin the estate planning process sooner rather than later. The good news? Even if you’re just getting serious...
The Golden Years are those years when you’ve retired from the workforce, and you’re finally able to do what you desire: putter in the garage, plant a garden, take sightseeing trips, spend time with your grandkids, along with a host of other possibilities. During your...
Before we stuff ourselves—quite literally!—during Thanksgiving dinner, the staff at Phelps LaClair loves to get together with their families and friends to participate in a morning turkey trot. Running is a great way to spend some time with loved ones while getting in some metabolism-boosting...
At Phelps LaClair, we believe that rest is important for our lives to be in balance. The author of the Bourne Trilogy series said, “Rest is a weapon.” As the year is winding down and we are heading into the busy holiday season, remember to...
You have worked hard to build your estate. Every purchase, every investment, every financial decision has been made so you can leave an inheritance that is also a legacy. Phelps LaClair, serving Phoenix, Chandler, and Mesa, is a second generation estate planning law firm dedicated...
It’s WINTER in Phoenix! And while much of the United States has to shovel snow and tolerate frigid temperatures, in our neck of the woods (or desert), that means the weather is perfect for getting outside. At Phelps LaClair, we love going outdoors as part...