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Starting an estate plan in Texas
If you own property in Texas and do not have an estate plan in place, you should consider exploring your options. Even if you do not own property but you have other assets to your name, including ones that have nothing more than sentimental value, it is good to have a...
The duties of an estate executor
If you're the executor of a deceased Texas resident's estate, you'll have many different duties to fulfill. For instance, you'll need to inventory assets, make sure that outstanding tax debts are paid and ensure that creditor claims are acknowledged and processed in a...
Protecting assets with smart estate planning
Estate planning is important for everyone in Colorado. There are lots of reasons to do this. For one thing, it helps families to avoid paying unnecessary taxes. For another, it provides families with peace of mind. High net worth individuals should be especially aware...
What’s different between durable and medical power of attorney?
Preparing for the future isn’t easy. Even if you think you’ve covered all the bases, your plan may be severely lacking if you haven’t taken the time to craft a plan for your own healthcare. Only around a third of adults in the U.S. have advance directives in place....
How to be an effective estate executor
There is a chance that you could be asked to serve as the estate representative for a spouse, parent or friend. If the probate process occurs in Texas, you must understand how it works in this state as the rules may be different compared to those in other parts of the...
Families should not fear an estate plan
Texas estate planning is not as complicated as people may think. With forethought and getting the right help, an estate plan can be put into place to give you and your family peace of mind for the future. Some upfront investment now can save expense and stress in the...
Transferring a family business with estate planning
A family business is likely a central part of your life. You’ve put years of hard work into building and running a successful company, and you’re proud of everything you’ve done. As you get older, however, you worry about what may happen with your business in the...
A second marriage is a good reason to update an estate plan
Let us say that you are in your middle years and have married for the second time. The wedding on the beach in Hawaii was all you could have hoped for, and you are in a state of bliss. However, once you return to reality, you should spend some time thinking about your...
Understanding the types of probate
Whether an estate is large or small, the probate process can have a substantial effect upon the administration of an estate. For that reason, it is important that estate holders and their beneficiaries be aware of the process. There are a few different types of...
Debunking common myths about wills and probate
Estate plans are documents that should constantly evolve throughout your life. Major life events, such as marriage or divorce, often require you to change your listed beneficiaries. Additionally, if you remarry, then you want to make sure you do not make the mistake...
