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Title: Do I Need a Living Trust If I Live in Tempe, Arizona

United States, 24th Dec 2025 - For many Tempe residents, estate planning starts with a simple but important question: Do I really need a living trust, or will a will take care of everything? While both tools are commonly used in Arizona, they serve different purposes and can lead to very different outcomes for your family.In Arizona, having a will alone does not prevent probate. Probate is the court-supervised process that oversees the validation of a will and the distribution of assets after death. In Maricopa County, probate can be time-consuming, involve court costs, and require public disclosure of personal and financial information. Even straightforward estates must go through this process when assets are held solely in an individual’s name.A living trust offers an alternative. When assets are properly transferred into a trust during your lifetime, they can pass to beneficiaries without probate. After death, a successor trustee manages and distributes the assets according to your instructions, typically with less delay, lower administrative cost, and greater privacy. For many Tempe families, this streamlined process is a major advantage.Living trusts also provide protection during incapacity. If you are unable to manage your financial affairs due to illness or injury, a successor trustee can step in immediately to handle trust assets. A will does not address incapacity, and without advance planning, loved ones may be forced to seek court approval to act on your behalf.Real estate ownership is another important consideration. If you own a home in Tempe, placing it in a living trust can allow it to transfer directly to your beneficiaries without probate. This can simplify the process for heirs and reduce delays at a time when families are already dealing with lo...

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