Most taxpayers understand that to receive the benefit of charitable deductions, they need to itemize their income tax deductions. However, in the wake of the pandemic, Congress passed legislation allowing even those who take the standard income tax deduction to benefit from a charitable income … [Read more...]
It Can Be Scary to Die Without an Estate Plan…the HORRORS of Intestacy
Many souls believe that if they lack means, they do not need an estate plan. Nothing could be further from the truth. If you die without an estate plan, your assets may not be distributed as you would wish and the results could be downright scary. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...]
Social Security Retirement: Understanding The Benefits
The days of counting on Social Security Retirement benefits to fund your retirement are long gone. Nevertheless, most people are still counting on those benefits as part of their retirement income. If that includes you, a Mesa elder law attorney at Morris Hall, PLLC wants to make sure you know what … [Read more...]
Probating an Estate: 5 Reasons to Hire a Lawyer
If you recently lost a loved one and he/she appointed you to be the Executor of the estate you must concentrate on the practical and legal ramifications of the decedent’s death as well as dealing with your own grief. Probating an estate can be a complex and time-consuming endeavor, which is why many … [Read more...]
Estate Planning For Women: Is It Different?
Every adult can benefit from having at least a basic estate plan in place. For women, however, estate planning can take on a heightened importance for several reasons. The Tucson estate planning lawyers at Morris Hall, PLLC explain why estate planning is different for women. Why Is Estate … [Read more...]
Charitable Planning in Times of Crisis
During times of uncertainty, we tend to feel helpless. This article explores how charitable giving gives us a sense of purpose in trying times. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...]
How Using Specific Bequests Could Cost Beneficiaries their Inheritance
Parents often decide to leave one child a specific asset and provide an equalizing cash bequest to the other. This article explores how specific bequests may provide unintended results. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...]
Protecting Your Farm or Ranch in Your Estate Plan
Once upon a time, family farms and ranches formed the lifeblood of the United States. While there are certainly not as many as there once were, family-owned and operated farms and ranches still exist across America. If you own a farm or ranch, it may seem like a full-time job just keeping it running … [Read more...]
Making Life Insurance Work for You
For most people, life insurance plays an integral role in their estate plan. The type and amount of life insurance that your purchase, however, will depend on a number of factors. The first step in deciding which type of life insurance you need and how it fits into your estate plan is to learn more … [Read more...]
Trust Creation Tips for the Beginner
While a Last Will and Testament remains the most utilized of all estate planning tools, a trust agreement is not far behind in terms of popularity. One reason trusts are such a common addition to the average estate plan is that a trust agreement can help you realize a broad range of estate planning … [Read more...]
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