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When you first realize that your biggest personal and business expense—bar none—is taxes, it can come as quite a shock. Seeing so much of your

If you must work in order to earn your income, you need to have disability insurance. That said, purchasing such insurance is a “buyer beware”

Following the death of a loved one, close family members are sometimes surprised to learn that they didn’t receive the inheritance they were expecting. Instead,

August is National Make-A-Will Month! With this in mind, this series discusses exactly what having a will in place will—and will not—do for you and

Setting up the right legal structure for your business may seem like a boring detail that you don’t need to spend much time on. In

August is “National Make-A-Will Month,” and if you have already prepared your will, congratulations—too few Americans have taken this key…

While you may think of your team as family and believe that they would never sue you, lawsuits filed by employees are actually one of the…

If you are looking to save for your loved ones’ education—whether that education is college or some other form of learning—it’s worth…

Establishing the right types and amounts of business insurance is a key part of your company’s LIFT risk-mitigation and asset-protection…

Recent advances in digital technology have made many aspects of our lives exponentially easier and more convenient. But at the same time, digital technology has

If you have started to save for your child or grandchild’s college education, it’s worth considering whether to use a 529 plan, an…

Using independent contractors (ICs) can give your company an edge in today’s thriving gig economy, but if you are not careful,…

You might think that only the super wealthy need to worry about asset protection planning. The truth is, those without millions may be at…

When you run your own business, oftentimes one of the most confusing aspects of the job -especially if you are new to the experience – is…

Since the age of 16, when she burst onto the charts with her debut single, “…Hit Me Baby One More Time,” Britney Spears has been

Last week, in part one of this series, we discussed some of the Cost Of Dying’s most notable findings and explained how proactive estate…

If you dream of one day leaving your company to your family, but you haven’t properly included your business in your estate plan, that…

Coming up with a solid concept for a new business and working to get your operation off the ground can be an expensive undertaking. But…

Prior to the pandemic, very few among us are properly prepared for the death of a loved one, or our own. Some in the end-of-life industry…

With divorce occurring in roughly 50% of all marriages in the U.S., and life expectancy increasing every day, second—and even…

What You Need to Know About Collecting Life Insurance Proceeds If you’re looking to collect life insurance proceeds as the policy’s…

There are numerous advantages to running your own business: being your own boss, setting your own hours, and the ability to decide who…

Starting a new business can be daunting. With all the advice and websites out there devoted to the topic, it’s hard to know which advice…

If a family member or friend has asked you to serve as trustee for their trust either during their life or upon their death, it’s a big…

Do you feel obligated to check work emails, texts, and voicemails at all hours? It’s easy for hardworking business owners to get caught…

When creating an estate plan, people are often only concerned with passing on the “big things” like real estate, bank accounts, and…

Contracts are an essential element of effective business management and success. Savvy business owners recognize the value of contracts…

It’s graduation season! With so much going on with your high school grad getting ready to leave home to attend college or pursue other life

Every dollar counts when running a business, so it’s critical to keep a tight rein on your expenses. If not monitored carefully, spending can quickly

Estate planning is easy to put off. It can be frightening to talk about plans surrounding death, old age, and potential disability. But sadly, this

If you shared the reason with me why you’ve put off your estate planning today, I can promise you that I’ve heard the reason before

Estate planning is easy to put off. It can be frightening to talk about plans surrounding death, old age, and a potential disability. But sadly,

An intellectual property (IP) audit is a comprehensive review that identifies all of a company’s IP assets and then evaluates the potential risks and opportunities

The National Institute on Aging estimates that nearly half of all Americans will develop some form of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s Disease, during their lifetime.

Coming up with the right name for your company involves a number of legal issues to consider. Your company name is ultimately one of your

When you think about loved ones who’ve passed away, you probably don’t think very much—or even at all—about the “things” they’ve left you. And when

When starting a business, you’ll need to choose a business entity structure. In simple terms, your business structure is simply the legal organization that conducts

There’s a common misconception that giving your house to your adult children is beneficial for qualifying for Medicaid, avoiding probate, or reducing a tax burden.

When starting a business, you’ll need to choose a business entity structure. In simple terms, your business structure is simply the legal organization that conducts

If you are a parent with children under the age of 18, it’s important to plan ahead and make sure your children are taken care

Mobile apps have gained traction over the last few years for small businesses. As apps for smartphones and tablets usage continues to grow (both personal

Your traditional home or car insurance can protect you financially if you’re responsible for injuring someone or damaging their property. But what happens if your

While most parents are planning to leave their children an inheritance of some amount, they also should think about what can be done to ensure

Companies large to small are looking for ever-more competitive ways to succeed. By developing and incorporating creative and useful innovations into products and services, intellectual

In light of the pandemic, the rules and programs governing income taxes for businesses have changed numerous times over the last two years, which has

If you are a new business in the Grand Canyon State, it’s important to understand Arizona’s Commercial insurance to help protect your business and your

Unless you’ve created an estate plan that works to keep your family out of court, when you die (or become incapacitated) many of your assets

Have you ever found your startup was short on cash and you were struggling to meet your financial obligations? You have money coming in but

Most of us have heard that it’s wise to avoid probate court, but we don’t necessarily know why. Under Arizona law, certain assets must go

What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger? At least that’s what you tell yourself as you smile through clenched teeth dealing with a difficult client.

Over just the last two years, we’ve seen historic levels of damage caused by natural disasters in Arizona. From wildfires to flooding to dust storms

The benefits of creating an LLC—as opposed to operating as a sole proprietorship or general partnership, or forming a corporation—typically outweigh any perceived disadvantages. An

Whether you’ve met with an estate or business planning lawyer before or it’s your first time, it’s important to understand how working with us at

Being a successful business owner means opening yourself up to a number of different risks. Asset-protection planning is essential to reducing stress and eliminating the

Even if the process is amicable, divorce can still be one of life’s most stressful events. With so many major changes taking place, it’s easy

In the last decade, the rise of the gig economy has fueled an unprecedented increase in the number of independent contractors in the ever-changing workforce.