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Can an Arizona HOA Sue or Foreclose Over a Small Debt? What the Mesa $977 Story Shows
Arizona’s higher HOA foreclosure thresholds do not prevent a collection lawsuit over a smaller debt. A Mesa homeowner’s story shows why the difference matters.
What Happens to a Joint Bank Account After Death in Arizona?
A joint bank account may transfer directly to a surviving owner after death, but Arizona law, the account agreement, and the source of the funds all affect the result.
What Happens to a Mortgage When You Die in Arizona?
A mortgage does not disappear when someone dies, but an heir usually does not have to pay the balance in full immediately. Here is what Arizona families should consider about payments, title, probate, and lender communication.
Estate Planning After Divorce in Arizona (Update This First)
I just published a new YouTube video: Estate Planning After Divorce in Arizona (Update This First) Just finalized your divorce in Arizona? There’s one step people forget: updating your estate plan. During a pending divorce, you can’t change your will or…
How to Request HOA Financials and Red Flags to Look For
If you want to request HOA financials in Arizona, the law is on your side. A.R.S. 33-1805 makes the financial and other records of a planned community association open to examination by members, and the association has ten business days to make them…
I just published a new YouTube video: Estate Planning vs. Probate What’s the Difference Do you know the difference between estate planning and probate? Many people use these terms interchangeably, but they serve very different purposes depending on your…
Keep Your Car Out of Probate in Arizona (Vehicle Beneficiary Form)
I just published a new YouTube video: Keep Your Car Out of Probate in Arizona (Vehicle Beneficiary Form) Did you know your car can go through probate in Arizona? There’s a simple form that prevents it. If a vehicle is owned by just one person, you can file…
Changing Your Trust: Common Reasons and the Process
I just published a new YouTube video: Changing Your Trust: Common Reasons and the Process When is it time to update your estate plan? There are three common life events that lead people to seek changes to their trust: Marital Status Changes: This includes…
Is Your Trust Empty? How to Fund a Trust in Arizona (The #1 Mistake)
I just published a new YouTube video: Is Your Trust Empty? How to Fund a Trust in Arizona (The #1 Mistake) You did the hard part and created your trust. But here’s the mistake I see most often as an Arizona estate planning attorney: people never actually…
Don’t Wait for Major Life Events to Start Your Estate Planning
I just published a new YouTube video: Don’t Wait for Major Life Events to Start Your Estate Planning Are you delaying your estate planning until you get married or have children? It is actually possible to draft provisions for future spouses or descendants…