Losing a loved one will always be difficult, even when the death is expected. But as you grieve, you also need to keep their estate in mind and make sure the assets are properly distributed. The estate administration process, often…
Your will is a living document and that means you’re free to make changes throughout your life. Unfortunately, many people often think that their will is final once they write it and, even if their situations change, they fail to…
When most people think of estate planning, they think about establishing a will and outlining their final wishes in a single document. Though this method is by far the most common way to create a plan for your assets and…
A last will and testament is a legal document that allows individuals to clearly outline their final wishes and divvy up their assets to the beneficiaries they designate. In most cases, wills are read, and assets are distributed without issue….
Your estate plan outlines what will happen to your assets when you pass away. While it can stay the same for years, it’s normal for life events and changes to impact your original estate plan significantly. The best way to…
There are two primary reasons why individuals seek legal guidance concerning the role of the executor as it pertains to Texas estate administration. First, individuals who have been tasked with fulfilling this role may benefit from knowledgeable and experienced support…
If you have been named as an executor or an administrator for the estate of a recently deceased loved one or colleague, you may – very understandably – be feeling a great deal of pressure associated with your responsibilities. Estate…
Your estate plan is your legacy. Regardless of how carefully composed and crafted, and how many provisions it includes, it’s a living document which will need regular maintenance. Your assets, family, and goals will grow and shift over time, so…
You often hear about California being a community property state, affecting individuals during divorce and death. However, Texas also recognizes community property, making it one of nine states to do so, along with Arizona, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Washington,…
When a loved one passes away, you may find yourself facing a will contest, where one or more family members are disputing the division of property. Will contests and other estate administration disputes can often be complex, and there’s no…
According to a recent Gallup poll, just less than half of Americans have a will, with the results not budging all that much since 1990. Those Americans aged 65 and older are more likely to have a will, with approximately…
When creating your estate plan, you trust that the people you choose to manage your last will and testament and any trusts or powers of attorney will do so with your best interest in mind. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen….
When you have a large, complex estate, you may have many worries on your list – from having the right legal documents in place to who to appoint as an executor. But what about inheritance hijacking? This may not have…
