Houston Texas Estate Planning Blog
Estate planning important for individuals with disabilities
A disability can happen to anyone at any time. Those who live life on the edge in Texas can get into a life-altering accident while others are susceptible to their family's medical history and genes. Disabilities can also happen to those who have means and those who...
Importance of appointing the best executor during estate planning
The importance of estate planning in Texas cannot be overstated. Just as important is the person you name as the executor or your estate. You give several responsibilities to this person. So, you have to be sure that they are willing to make the time commitment and...
Emergency estate planning questions you should consider
During times of crisis, the uncertainty of your future or those of your loved ones may be overwhelming. Although personal conversations about the end of your life may be uncomfortable, they are essential to have with your family. This is a good time to reflect on...
Including businesses in an estate plan
Though Texas has relatively favorable estate tax laws, estate planning is still important to help ensure that the intended individuals receive the property or assets that are left to them. Estate planning is also good for business owners since it can set forth what...
Who is an interested party in probate?
When a Texas estate goes to probate, there are a limited number of people and parties who are able to participate in the process. The rule is that one must be considered an interested party to have their say in court. Oftentimes, one's interested party status is in...
Tips for choosing executors or trustees
People in Texas who are creating an estate plan might wonder how they should choose an executor or trustee for their will or trust. For example, it should be someone who is likely to outlive the individual creating the will or trust, so both age and health are...
Be careful with beneficiary designations
Many people in Texas take it lightly when they are asked to designate a beneficiary for a retirement or other type of account. This can cause them all sorts of problems in the future if they were to pass away. It could even lead to assets going to an unintended person...
What to consider when making a will
If a Texas resident dies without a will, state law may determine what happens to that individual's property. In many cases, the assets of those who die intestate go to a spouse, parent or sibling. By creating a will, a person may be able to determine who gets money in...
Estate planning is a must for those with brain conditions
There are several brain conditions that can affect Texas residents and alter their estate plans. It is most important to recognize that it is best to plan now for what happens in the future because estate plans can help make provisions to care for someone when he or...
Estate planning for those with brain conditions
A Texas estate plan is about more than simply leaving assets to others in a will. This is even more true if someone is living with a brain condition. Such a disease will impact their life in several ways as it progresses, and the estate plan must be able to deal with...
