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Avoiding Probate in Utah — Estate Planning Attorney Serving Sandy, Utah

There is a widely held perception that having one’s estate go through probate is undesirable. In Utah, probate is probably…

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Are Your Documents Following the Same Script? Basics of Beneficiary Forms and Estate Planning

In the event of your untimely death, the manner in which your beneficiaries -- or those people who receive your…

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Roth IRA Conversions After Tax Reform…Still a good idea? What are the implications for your family if you don’t spend all the money?

Twenty years ago, the Roth IRA first became available to investors as a financial tool for their estate planning needs.…

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How to Fix 5 Common Estate Planning Problems

Not surprisingly, most people loathe reviewing their estate plan because it can be both confusing and daunting. Others do not…

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Financial Planning. Tax Planning. Legacy Planning. Estate Planning – How many plans do I need?!

Most folks have at least heard of an estate plan. But fewer realize that a simple will is not enough…

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Beneficiary Designations and a Blended Family: Why You Need to Think Before You Sign

Whether you are in your first marriage or have remarried after a divorce, blended families are a common part of…

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The One Thing Every New Grandparent MUST Do As Soon as Possible

Congratulations on welcoming the newest addition to your family. Being a new grandparent changes everything -- including how you approach…

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Why Not Just Go on NoloⓇ and Create Your Own Estate Planning Documents Cheaply?

There are many software programs, as well as websites, that sell do-it-yourself estate planning documents. These websites and form tools…

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How to Leave Your Life Insurance and Retirement Plan to Your Minor Children

Your children are your pride and joy. It is no surprise that at some point or another, every parent likely…

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3 Things You Must Do Once Your Divorce Is Final

The divorce process can be long and expensive. However, the work does not end once the divorce decree is signed.…

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