When a first marriage does not work out, some people may worry that they will never find love again. However, numerous individuals in Texas and across the country do end up marrying again. When this happens, it is not only wise to consider who the marriage will impact...
Protecting Your Legacy
Month: January 2019
Resentment and favoritism may contribute to probate litigation
Most Texas parents want to take steps to help their children feel as equal as possible. Of course, even with the parents' best efforts, some children may still feel as if they got the short end of the stick on many occasions. If parents do not discuss their estate...
Probate can come with many fees to address
Handling another person's affairs can be a complex matter. After a loved one's death, the executor of a Texas estate must address a number of final affairs and ensure that the estate closes in the correct manner. During the probate process, the executor also has...
Handling probate entitles the executor to a fee
Probate is a long and difficult process. Even simple estates can face complications that can take a significant amount of time to address. If your loved one's estate is complex, or you have to handle family disputes over assets or information, your work as executor...
Obtaining values, handling debt are financial aspects of probate
When a person is named executor of a Texas estate, that individual generally wants to make sure that he or she does a good job with closing the estate. While this desire is important, it is also wise to make sure that the proper steps are taken to avoid mistakes...
Outstanding debt needs addressing during probate
When closing a Texas resident's estate, there are many financial issues that need addressing. For instance, if an individual had outstanding debt, the executor of the estate would need to handle that debt during the probate process. The payment of outstanding...