Facing the loss of your property through eminent domain can be deeply unsettling. Whether the land is tied to personal history or represents a significant investment, learning that the government wants to take it for public use often raises questions about your rights...
There are only a handful of scenarios in which outside parties can theoretically interfere in real property ownership. Mortgage lenders and other lienholders can sometimes foreclose on the property. It is also possible for certain parties, including local government...
Starbase has just been officially incorporated as a Texas city, with an overwhelming vote by those who live in the area of Cameron County that surrounds Elon Musk’s SpaceX rocket testing and launch facility. Some of the city’s residents (over half of whom work at...
Among the most crucial documents to include in your estate plan are a living will (sometimes known as an advance directive) and a Texas Medical Power of Attorney (MPOA) Designation of Health Care Agent. The living will is used to designate things like what kind of...
In today's digital world, your online presence encompasses valuable assets from financial accounts and cryptocurrencies to cherished photos and social media profiles. Without proper planning, these digital assets can become inaccessible when you pass away, creating...
When government actions significantly impact your property value without proper compensation, inverse condemnation becomes your legal remedy. This occurs when authorities take or damage your property's economic value through various means, effectively constituting a...
Both individuals and businesses can acquire real property holdings. Those who legally acquire real property and fulfill all of their obligations, including paying taxes, should be able to retain ownership and control over the property indefinitely. Unfortunately,...
Eminent domain gives the government the power to take private property for public use, but this authority comes with strict legal obligations. Before any property can be seized, the government must provide the owner with clear, formal notice of its intent. This...
Things don’t always work out long-term with spouses you have a child with. But, ending a marriage with your child’s parent does not mean that you are consigned to being single forever. Many parents go on to find true love with someone else. One thing you will need to...
Handling a loved one's estate in Texas can be challenging. Still, Muniment of Title offers a more straightforward route for some families. This legal option can help transfer assets swiftly when certain conditions are met, saving time and money during the probate...
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