When you think of an estate plan, your goal is to leave a legacy for future generations to enjoy. It should be part of your overall plan to leave something for your heirs and beneficiaries to remember you by. It can also be your effort to carry on the traditions and...
Protecting Your Legacy
Month: March 2016
The nitty-gritty of probate in Texas
The purpose of the probate process is to expedite the division of a deceased person’s assets and make it simpler on his or her family. Having said that, at a sensitive time like this, it could all get a bit much to handle for family members and things could go...
How to discuss a parent’s first estate plan
Depending on where you are in life as an adult, it may not be easy to talk with your parents about their estate plans. Having conversations about your parents’ end of life plans may be as awkward and uncomfortable as talking about sex when you were younger....
What is probate and when do you need it in Texas?
If someone close to you has passed away and you need to wrap up his or her affairs, you may not know where to begin. You may be asking yourself several questions. Do I need to probate the will? What does a probate court do? Do I need an attorney? Below are answers to...
Should you consider a pet trust?
When we talk about trusts, we often think about how we will maintain or transfer real estate from one generation to another. We also consider how we want to leave money for young ones who may not be mature enough to handle a great deal of wealth. For the many uses...