When someone passes away, their assets change hands. The estate plan designates specific beneficiaries who should receive these assets. Often, assets are just being passed down to the next generation – the estate owner’s children. These adult children are often happy...
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Probate
How long does probate last in Arizona?
The duration of the probate process is not something you can tell at a glance. The timeline can vary significantly depending on various factors, and you may be looking at several months or even years. For beneficiaries or executors, understanding the aspects...
What happens during the probate process?
The death of a loved one is often a complex and emotional time for an Arizona family. In addition to the grief that a family could experience, there is also the necessity of dealing with his or her estate, including finding the will and distributing assets according...
What is the significance of having a will?
The will serves as the foundation of your estate plan. It is a necessary document that can allow you to dictate what happens to your life and your family when you are gone, regardless of the size of your estate. You decide who will inherit your estate and how much of...
Are probate records public?
As executor, you have the honor of overseeing and settling someone's estate. Among your obligations will be to file the will and identify and compile a list of assets to distribute to heirs and pay creditors. However, some testators and executors may not realize that...
What to expect during the probate process
After the death of a loved one, family members and others are left with the responsibility of closing the affairs of the deceased and finalizing other matters associated with the estate. A major aspect of closing many Arizona estates is probate, which is the legal...