It is not easy to discuss the future, particularly what will happen after passing away. It is emotional and complicated to consider one’s own mortality or possible incapacitation in the future. However, it is important to discuss these matters with loved ones as it...
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Why all adults will benefit from an estate plan
Planning for the future can be difficult as many Texas adults do not want to consider their own mortality or what will happen after they pass. As a result, it is common for people to delay the estate planning process because they assume they are too young or too...
Consider explaining the intent of estate planning decisions
Planning for the future is a personal and sometimes emotional process. Many Texas adults find that they want to keep the details of their plans private as they may feel uncomfortable discussing intimate financial details and medical decisions. However, in the event...
Estate planning for average or below-average earners
Planning for the future is a necessity for all adults, regardless of age, income level or the size of one’s estate. It can be costly and complex for loved ones when a family member passes away without a will or other estate planning documents. To avoid this potential...
Don’t allow estate planning myths to affect the future
Planning for the future can be an intimidating process, and many Texas adults avoid moving forward with this step because they are unsure of where to begin. Others delay the estate planning process because certain misconceptions have impacted their perception of the...
Is it possible for the government to take your private property?
When you own land or a home on a plot of land, you probably assume that you will be able to use that land however you choose. It probably never crossed your mind that another person or party could require you to hand over a portion of that property. However, there are...
How can collectors protect their assets after their passing?
Valuable collections may start as a hobby, but over time, the accumulation of specific types of items can result in a group of objects that have significant monetary value both individually and collectively. Texas collectors often take great pride in what they’ve...
Understanding how the probate process works
When a loved one passes away, family members, heirs and beneficiaries are left with the responsibility of taking care of his or her estate. Settling and eventually closing a Texas estate on behalf of the deceased can be a complex process, and part of that may involve...
Estate planning steps to take after a divorce is final
The finalization of the process of ending a marriage means that a Texas spouse can move forward with his or her new life. In the days and weeks after this point, one of the important things a spouse can do is consider important updates and changes to his or her...
Don’t hide away important estate planning documents
Creating an estate plan is a personal process that involves important decisions regarding personal property, medical care and other sensitive matters. For these reasons, some Texas adults do not want their estate planning documents easily found and accessible....