Does A Will Override a Trust?
When it comes to estate planning, understanding the interaction between a will and a trust is crucial. Many people wonder if a will has the power to override a trust. This question is fundamental as … Read more
Wills & Trusts
Can A Trust Protect Assets From Divorce in Texas?
The division of assets during a divorce can be one of the most contentious and complicated aspects of the process. In Texas, where the laws governing asset division are unique and complex, protecting your assets … Read more
Using A Trust to Prevent Your Family From Contesting The Will in Texas
Using a trust can be an effective way to protect against a will contest in Texas. Trusts offer several advantages over wills in terms of privacy, flexibility, and most importantly, a Texas Trust can potentially … Read more
Show Some R-E-S-P-E-C-T for Estate Planning: 5 Lessons We Can Learn from Aretha Franklin’s Mistakes
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Don’t Let Estate Planning Overwhelm You: A Step-by-Step Guide for Estate Planning Beginners
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Who Needs a Trust Instead of a Will?
When it comes to estate planning, many individuals often question whether they need a trust, or if a will is sufficient for their situation. While it’s important to clarify that a trust is typically used … Read more
Digital Estate Planning, Demystified
Imagine this scenario: John, a successful entrepreneur, suddenly passes away without leaving any instructions for his online accounts, digital assets, or social media profiles. His grieving family is left in a state of confusion and … Read more
The Greatest Inheritance You Can Leave Your Loved Ones
When it comes to estate planning, most people focus on financial assets and property. While these are certainly important, they aren’t the only things that matter. In fact, some of the most meaningful things you … Read more
Estate Planning Updates: It’s Time for a Little Spring Cleaning
Now that tax season is over, it’s time to turn our attention to getting organized and making updates to our estate plans. Estate planning updates may not be at the top of your to-do list, … Read more
Texas is One-of-a-Kind, and so is the Probate Process
Texas is known for its unique culture, and this extends all the way to its legal system. The probate process, in particular, is distinct from that of many other states, and it’s important to understand … Read more
Leaving an Inheritance: Now, Later, or a Little Bit of Both?
Leaving an inheritance is a significant financial decision that can impact both the giver and the receiver. While most people assume an inheritance is something passed down at the time of death, the truth is … Read more
Unequal Inheritances: What’s Fair Isn’t Always Fair
In most cases, when people divide up their estate, they try to be as fair as possible. Whatever their portfolio of assets looks like, they typically try to parcel it out evenly between their children … Read more