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Losing a loved one brings pain and hard choices. In Texas, dying without a will means the state applies a fixed legal formula to determine who receives what. That formula may not reflect the person's actual wishes or the needs of the family they left behind. Who...
In general, a power of attorney is a document that gives an agent the ability to act on another person's behalf. A financial power of attorney may allow that agent to access their bank accounts or pay their bills, for example. A medical power of attorney allows them...
“I’m far too young to think about estate planning. I’ll worry about it when I’m older.” Many a person has said or thought such a thing, and in many cases, it’s not proved an issue for them. Yet, for others and their families, it certainly has. You may envision a long,...
When you are doing your estate planning, it is important to make sure that all of the various documents are in order and don’t conflict with one another. If there are conflicts, it can cause confusion and can complicate probate. One example is when the instructions on...
Advance directives are estate planning documents that take effect before a person dies. Powers of attorney can designate agents to act on behalf of an incapacitated person. A health care directive, known as a living will in Texas, is also an important document to...
You have considered disinheriting one of your adult children. You do not want to leave them out of the will, but you have seen firsthand that they have problematic spending habits. You do not want to leave them $200,000, for example, just to see them waste all of the...
If you already have an estate plan in place when you divorce, you’ll likely need to make important changes to it. Many people don’t know where to start. While you likely don’t want to sit down in yet another law office, it’s important to review your estate plan as...
Making decisions for a family member who cannot handle their own affairs is never easy. Many Texans may face this situation if an adult loved one falls ill, suffers an injury or starts experiencing cognitive decline that affects daily life. Adult guardianship...
Being named the executor of someone’s estate means you’re entrusted with carrying out their final wishes and managing their assets with care and precision. It’s a meaningful role, but with that trust comes serious legal responsibility. As an executor, you are expected...
Picking an executor for your estate is one of the biggest choices you'll make when planning for the future. This person will handle your money, pay your bills and distribute your property according to your wishes after you’re gone. Many people just pick their spouse...