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
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
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 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
If you’re thinking about estate planning and have begun doing preliminary research, you have probably seen all different kinds of trusts mentioned in the literature. Trusts pop up over and over in articles about estate … Read more
In Texas estate planning, we have what’s called a “Lady Bird Deed” (also called an “enhanced life estate deed”). It’s a way to transfer property to another individual outside of probate while retaining a life … Read more