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Arizona Estate Planning

Estate planning in Arizona helps individuals prepare for the future. Attorney-drafted templates are quick and simple to complete.

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What is Estate Planning?

Estate planning involves creating legal documents to manage your assets and healthcare decisions. These documents are essential for ensuring your wishes are honored. Explore our subcategories for the most relevant templates.

Common Arizona Estate Planning documents

  • Last Will and Testament — specifies how your assets are distributed after death.
  • Living Trust — holds your assets during your lifetime and specifies beneficiaries.
  • Power of Attorney — designates someone to make decisions on your behalf.
  • Living Will — outlines your healthcare preferences in case of incapacity.
  • Advance Directive — combines living will and healthcare power of attorney.

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Similar documents: key differences

  • Will vs. Trust — a will outlines asset distribution after death, while a trust can manage assets during life.
  • Power of Attorney vs. Healthcare Proxy — a power of attorney handles financial matters, while a healthcare proxy makes medical decisions.
  • Living Will vs. Advance Directive — a living will specifies end-of-life care preferences, while an advance directive encompasses both medical and financial decisions.
  • Durable Power of Attorney vs. General Power of Attorney — a durable power remains effective if you become incapacitated, unlike a general power.

  • Documents require proper signing and may need witnesses or notarization.

  • Ensure titles and beneficiary designations align with your estate plan.

  • Update documents after significant life events like marriage or divorce.

  • Select trustworthy individuals for roles like executor or attorney-in-fact.

  • Store original documents securely and inform relevant parties of their location.

How to get started

Start in minutes with these steps.

  • Find a template or package that fits your situation.
  • Review the description, preview, and signing requirements.
  • Get full access with a subscription.
  • Complete it in the online editor.
  • Export or send: download, email, USPS mail, notarize online, or send for e-signature.

Practical tip

Many people feel hesitant about choosing a power of attorney; selecting a trusted individual can provide peace of mind.

FAQs

Estate planning ensures your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes.

While it's not required, legal assistance can help ensure all documents are properly drafted.

Yes, you can update your estate plan as your circumstances change.

Without a will, state laws determine how your assets are distributed, which may not align with your wishes.

Glossary

  • Will - A legal document outlining asset distribution after death.
  • Trust - An arrangement to manage assets for beneficiaries.
  • Power of Attorney - A document granting someone authority to act on your behalf.
  • Living Will - A document stating your healthcare preferences if incapacitated.
  • Executor - The person responsible for administering your estate after death.
  • Beneficiary - An individual designated to receive assets from your estate.
  • Incapacity - A state of being unable to manage personal affairs.
  • Notarization - The process of verifying a document's authenticity by a notary public.

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