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by Mark L. Fishbein, Tucson Estate Planner, ALTA Estate Services
Why You Need an Estate Planner: Avoiding DIY Mistakes
Many individuals dream of leaving a legacy behind for their loved ones. However, managing the complex world of estate planning can take time and effort. Let's delve into why you need an estate planner and the common mistakes that can arise from do-it-yourself (DIY)...
Unlock the Secrets of Arizona Beneficiary Deeds: A Comprehensive Guide by ALTA Estate
Embarking on the estate planning journey can often seem like traversing a maze of legal complexities and confusing jargon. Discover the ins and outs of Arizona Beneficiary Deeds, essential estate planning tips, and real-life examples to help you ensure a smooth and...
Navigating Healthcare Directives with Expert Guidance
Navigating the complexities of healthcare directives can be challenging. Still, ALTA Estate, under the guidance of Mark Fishbein, is well-equipped to help you make informed decisions that align with your end-of-life wishes. Mark Fishbein's 40 years of experience in...
Recovering Unclaimed Inheritance Money: A Guide from Alta Estate
Losing a loved one can be a difficult and emotional time for families. In addition to the emotional toll, families may also have to deal with the legal and financial aspects of settling their loved one's estate. One of the challenges that families may face is...
Estate Planning: The Essentials
Estate planning is an essential part of financial planning for the future. Alta Estate can help you get your plans in order and ensure that your wishes are fulfilled when passing on your assets. With our expertise, we can provide simple and practical solutions to...
Springing Power of Attorney
What is Springing Power of Attorney Springing Power of Attorney is a legal document allowing an individual to designate someone else to act on their behalf in the event of incapacity or death. This type of power of attorney can be used to make decisions about medical...
Trusts – Creditor Rights & Claims
What Is a Creditor? A creditor is a person or entity to whom a debt is owed. In Arizona, creditors may be either beneficiaries of a trust or estate or trustees of a probate estate. A beneficiary is entitled to receive benefits from a trust or estate. A trustee is a...
What Is a Special Needs Trust?
A special needs trust (SNT) helps people with physical or mental disabilities maintain their eligibility for government benefits like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The beneficiary of an SNT does not own the trust assets, so they are not counted as...
What Is Ancillary Probate | Alta Estate Services
Description: Ancillary probate is when you have two probate proceedings open simultaneously in two or more different states What is Probate? Probate is the legal process of transferring a person's assets after death. This process includes distributing their property,...
Mark Fishbein dedicates his efforts to assisting families during time of crisis.
Mark Fishbein has created a unique yet powerful program to assist clients in Tucson Arizona. PRESS RELEASE: July 21, 2022 Recently, a family member of a client of ALTA ESTATE SERVICES, LLC of Tucson, Arizona contacted Mark L. Fishbein by telephone on a Saturday at...
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