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I just published a new YouTube video: Why Pet Trusts Matter: How to Protect Your Pets If Something Happens to You In this video, Arizona estate planning attorney Anjali Patel explains what a pet trust is and why it can be the strongest way to protect your…
Read the articleWhy the Holidays Bring Estate Planning to the Surface Holiday estate planning becomes a real consideration for families the moment everyone gathers in the same space and notices how much life has shifted. The holidays slow everything down just enough for…
Read the articleSummary (TLDR): In Arizona, an HOA can often increase regular dues without a homeowner vote if the governing documents authorize the board to do so and the increase is reasonable and tied to the association’s budget. Votes are typically required only for…
Read the articleMany business owners sign an operating agreement without ever reading it. Others rely on a template or an online filing service and assume the document must be fine because someone else produced it. The truth is that an operating agreement only works if…
Read the articleThanksgiving has a way of reminding us what matters most. It’s one of the rare moments in the year when families actually slow down, gather in one place, and reflect on gratitude. Between the conversation, laughter, and leftovers, it’s also one of the best…
Read the articleI just published a new YouTube video: Check the Reserves Before You Buy – HOA Essentials Thinking about buying a home or condo in an HOA community in Arizona? This conversation with Arizona attorney Anjali J. Patel and real estate professional Mina Kuper…
Read the articleSummary (TLDR): Arizona HOAs can impose fines only if they follow the required notice-and-hearing process and stay within the authority granted by their governing documents. A fine is often unenforceable when the HOA skips notice, denies a meaningful…
Read the articleWhen someone calls my office about an operating agreement, the story is almost always the same. The founder already started the LLC, already has a plan, already has an investor ready to fund, and everything feels like it’s moving fast. But nothing has been…
Read the articleSummary (TLDR): Once a child turns 18, Arizona law treats them as an adult, and parents lose automatic authority to make medical or financial decisions. A power of attorney allows an adult child to legally grant that authority when it is needed. Many…
Read the articleIntroduction Many business owners assume that forming an LLC or registering a DBA with the Arizona Corporation Commission means they now “own” their business name. The truth is very different. Arizona’s corporate filing system and the federal trademark…
Read the articleI just published a new YouTube video: Open Enrollment Reminder | Update Your Life Insurance & Retirement Beneficiaries Open enrollment isn’t just about health insurance — it’s the perfect time to check who’s listed on your life insurance and retirement…
Read the articleI just published a new YouTube video: Top Reasons to Create a Trust in Arizona | Estate Planning Basics Wondering if you really need a trust? In Arizona, a trust can save your family time, money, and stress by avoiding probate. In this quick video, I…
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