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August 20, 2025
What's a Personal Property Memorandum and How Does It Work in New Mexico?
Have you ever thought about who should get your favorite necklace, that old family rocking chair, or maybe a special painting after...
August 13, 2025
Why You Might Want a Trust Protector
Imagine you’ve set up a trust—a legally binding document that says how your money or property should be handled after you’re gone or if...
August 6, 2025
Do All Wills Have to Go Through Probate in New Mexico?
If someone passes away and leaves a will, you might wonder: Does that will always have to go through a process called probate? In New...
July 30, 2025
How to Create a Valid Will in New Mexico: A Simple Guide
Creating a will might sound complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. A will is a technical document that says what you want to happen to...
July 23, 2025
Why You Might Want a Trust Instead of Just a Will
When you’re planning what happens to your stuff after you’re gone, you’ve probably heard about a will . It’s a legal paper that says who...
July 16, 2025
What Happens If You Don't Make an Estate Plan?
You’ve worked hard your whole life. You’ve got a house, some savings, a car or two, maybe other valuable assets. What happens if you...
July 9, 2025
Who’s in Charge? Power of Attorney vs. Executor of an Estate
When someone gets sick, grows old, or passes away, figuring out who handles their affairs can get tricky. Two big roles come up a lot:...
July 2, 2025
Why Everyone Needs a Simple Estate Plan
Death isn’t fun to think about, but it happens to all of us. If you don’t plan ahead, your stuff—like your money, house, or even your...
June 25, 2025
Understanding Succession Planning vs. Estate Planning
Have you ever wondered what happens to your stuff or your business when you’re not around anymore? That’s where succession planning and...
June 18, 2025
Understanding Probate vs. Estate Planning: What's the Difference?
When someone passes away, their belongings—like their house, car, or money—need to be handled somehow. Two terms you might hear are...
June 3, 2025
What Is the Most Important Decision in Estate Planning?
Estate planning is about deciding what happens to your stuff after you’re gone. Stuff like your money, house, or favorite things. In...
June 3, 2025
How to Find the Right Estate Planning Attorney
Estate planning is a critical step in securing your legacy and ensuring your wishes are honored. Whether you’re drafting a will, setting...