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Spring Cleaning: Shred or Keep?

March 21, 2016 by Wendy W. Harn 1 Comment

It’s my favorite time of year – spring! And that means it’s time to get busy and do some spring cleaning.
What does spring cleaning and estate planning have to do with each other?
Getting one’s affairs in order with planning, also means getting organized with “cleaning” out the filing cabinets, drawers, safe deposit boxes and any other areas where important papers are kept.

When I visit with families and discuss their estate planning options, I always ask this question during our discussion – “If something tragic were to happen to you tomorrow, would the family be able to step into your life and know how to locate your asset and income sources?”

Typically the answer across the table is “No, they would have no idea.” More interesting is that even with married couples, the answer is the same.

It’s crucial that we begin sharing the location of where important papers are kept. But even more critical is that our filing cabinets and other storage areas of important papers are continually kept with current documents.

Before tragedy hits, it’s a perfect time to organize those location spots and shred old life insurance policies or bank statements that were closed years ago. During an emotional time, those that you leave behind don’t need to spin their wheels tracking down assets that no longer exist.

Wendy-Harn-Photo  Contributed by Morris Hall, PLLC Oro Valley and Tucson Estate Planning Attorney and Partner, Wendy W. Harn.

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The attorneys at Morris Hall have 100’s of years of combined experience ensuring that families’ assets are protected from probate, unnecessary taxes, creditors, ex-spouses and Medicaid spend-down.  Our Arizona offices are located in Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale, Carefree, Tucson, Oro Valley, Prescott, Flagstaff and Arrowhead.    Contact us today at 888.222.1328 to schedule an appointment!

This blog should be used for informational purposes only.  It does not create an attorney-client relationship with any reader and should not be construed as legal advice.  If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney in your community who can assess the specifics of your situation.

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Wendy W. Harn
Wendy W. Harn
Attorney at Morris Hall PLLC
Wendy is actively involved in her community and serves in many capacities, focusing especially upon helping youth to establish good values and morals that will guide their future. Wendy’s three sons have grown in the ranks of the Boy Scouts of America and all have earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Wendy is proud of her membership with the Saddlebrooke Rotary Club, Make-A-Wish and the Funeral Consumers Alliance of Arizona.
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  1. Kathleen Dodge says

    April 18, 2016 at 3:44 am

    Great advice and a timely reminder! We oftentimes get sidetracked and forget how important this information can be for our loved ones.

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