Many people assume that as long as they have a will, then everything will be fine if they pass away. Unfortunately, a person's wishes may change drastically throughout the course of his or her life, and an old will may contain outdated directives — sometimes...
Who has the right to use a piece of land, whether by private citizens or by the United States government, came back into the news recently. Several Arizona congressmen authored a letter petitioning the White House to remove the national monument designation from four...
If you have significant debt, it is important to consider how this might affect your estate plan. In broad strokes, there is good news and bad news. The good news is that creditors are generally not allowed to pursue payment for debts from family members of deceased...
Zoning issues can become a flashpoint of community frustration, and must be handled carefully, especially when dealing in residential areas. Just such a community conflict is playing out in Flagstaff now, as city council members consider whether to allow development...
Creating an effective estate plan in 2017 means making sure that you account for your digital assets as well as your other, more tangible assets. This means making sure that your executor and the administrator of your estate plan have access to your online accounts...
Zoning laws create many interesting challenges for every party who plans to build or expand a structure. Often, when we think of zoning issues, we envision a real estate developer fighting to build a certain number of units on a parcel, or a business working to expand...
There are a number of valid reasons why you might choose to challenge a will, but there are steps you should always take first before making this move. Challenging a will is often a lengthy process and almost certainly holds the potential to strain personal...
Zoning laws and regulations control the ways in which a property owner can use his or her property. When considering a property purchase or development project, informing yourself of applicable zoning regulations can save you financial loss in the future.Many...
When you hire a contractor for a building project, whether you are remodeling a home or building something from the ground up, there are many ways that each party's expectations may not align with the finished product. In many cases, the project may run off the rails...
It is never pleasant to dwell on your own possible death, but it is necessary if you want to protect the ones you love from potential conflicts after you pass away. Even those who are relatively young and in good health have issues to consider if they own any property...