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24 Dec How to Spread Holiday Cheer All Year

Posted at 08:00h in Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will, Power of Attorney by Phelps LaClair Law

Holidays are a time for joy, laughter, pretty lights, great decorations, and delicious food. We gather with friends and family, we connect with past acquaintances, we enjoy festivities and special events. And in the middle of all the activities that go along with holiday seasons,...

31 Aug How to Pass Down Family Heirlooms

Posted at 10:00h in Estate Planning by Phelps LaClair Law

Your home, vehicles, and investments aren’t the only things you need to include in your estate plan. You should also name beneficiaries for your personal property. Treasured items like a hope chest or a grandfather clock tell the tales of your family’s history. But passing down...

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12 Nov Thanksgiving Morning Fun: Sign Up for a Local Turkey Trot!

Posted at 13:09h in Outdoor Fun by Phelps LaClair Law

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...

30 Aug The Importance of Rest

Posted at 10:55h in Uncategorized by Phelps LaClair Law

There is a quote from Jason Bourne in one of the early Bourne Trilogy novels: “Rest is a weapon.” Bourne was exhausted from days of sleeplessness. In spite of needing to stay vigilant, he recognized that he needed rest in order to be able to...

09 Jan Dangers of Do It Yourself (DIY) Plans

Posted at 08:00h in Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will, Power of Attorney by Phelps LaClair Law

DIY, or do-it-yourself, has become a common phrase in modern language. And while a DIY attitude may work well to foster creativity for daily life, when it comes to estate planning, DIY can cause devastating complications—which is the last thing you want your family to...

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10 Dec What Does Power of Attorney Mean?

Posted at 08:04h in Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Long-Term Care Planning, Power of Attorney by Phelps LaClair Law

When going through the estate planning process, you may encounter words and phrases you’re not familiar with. One of the most misunderstood terms is “power of attorney.” Here at Phelps LaClair, we want our clients to fully understand every aspect of their estate plans. In...

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30 Apr Mother’s day and Legacy in Mesa, AZ

Posted at 16:19h in Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will, Uncategorized by Phelps LaClair Law

Mother’s day is coming up, and that means Moms all over the world will be honored for their nurture, training, and love. If you’re a mother, we want you to know we value your role as an influencer more than any other person’s role in...

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28 Sep Goals of Estate Planning in Arizona

Posted at 11:40h in Estate Planning, Living Trusts, Living Will by Phelps LaClair Law

In Arizona, probate can become active for any estate valued at $75,000.00 or greater, and it can cause your estate to be held up in court for months, or even longer. Probate also involves attorney fees and additional court costs, all of which can easily...

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13 Jan Are You Behind on Planning for Retirement? How to Get Back on Track

Posted at 11:17h in Estate Planning, Retirement Planning by Phelps LaClair Law

Another year is upon us, and every year the time seems to go by more quickly. If you’re at retirement age or nearing it, you may be starting to feel that your time for making preparations is running out. Maybe you haven’t been saving as...

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29 Nov What Happens If I Withdraw IRA Contributions Early?

Posted at 13:31h in Estate Planning, IRA Inheritance Trust by Phelps LaClair Law

There may come a time when you want to withdraw money from your individual retirement account (IRA). Perhaps you wish to use it to pay for college expenses for yourself or your children. Maybe you recently had a baby and could use some extra income....

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