As you turn into an adult, you begin to realize that life is full of unpredictable moments and experiences. Although today may seem like a good day, tomorrow may not be the best. While a decline in your health can be gradual, other matters — such as an accident — can...
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5 steps for helping aging parents plan their estate
Watching a parent age can bring new and unsettling emotions, and with them come new responsibilities. For adult children, helping parents with estate planning is more than filling out legal documents. It is about respecting their wishes, protecting assets and reducing...
5 FAQs about Texas’ Transfer on Death Deed
As an adult, you want to ensure that your future will become stable and secure. This includes drafting a plan that elaborates how you want your property to be inherited after you pass away. In Texas, a Transfer on Death Deeds (TODD) is a legal document that allows for...
5 signs it’s time to update your estate plan
You created an estate plan to protect your loved ones, but life doesn't stand still. The will you made years ago might not reflect your current wishes. Regularly reviewing and updating your will and other documents is crucial for handling your legacy exactly as you...
Protecting assets intended for minors in an estate plan
Becoming a parent is a strong incentive to establish an estate plan. Parents want to know that the right people care for their children and that they receive economic support after their passing. Some parents with good intentions make mistakes while estate planning....
Handling out-of-state assets as you create your estate plan
If you’re preparing to put your estate plan in place, a key goal may be to make things as uncomplicated for your loved ones as possible. Smart estate planning can help prevent your estate from having to go through a long, expensive and time-consuming probate. There...
3 times to consider drafting transfer on death deeds
There are many ways to address real estate when establishing an estate plan. Some people include their homes in their wills. Others transfer their homes or other real estate holdings to a trust. For some people, a transfer on death deed (TODD) is the best option...
Don’t forget your estate plan if you are planning to divorce
If you have an estate plan in place when you divorce, you will likely need to make changes to it. Determining what changes need to be made and when you can make them may be confusing. Some modifications can be made any time. Others need to wait until after the divorce...
Could taxes minimize what people can inherit from a Texas estate?
Adults who put together comprehensive estate plans often have clear wishes regarding their personal legacies. People often name family members, including children and spouses, as their primary beneficiaries. It is quite common for estate planning to focus on ensuring...
Understanding the power of estate planning: securing your legacy
Imagine that you have worked hard for many, many years to build a comfortable life for yourself and your loved ones, only to have those assets disappear when you pass away. It sounds terrible but it can happen, which is why it is important to discuss estate planning...
