These are difficult and uncertain times. Deal with COVID-19, changes in work situation, homeschooling, and Stay-at-Home orders can be stressful and flat-out scary. With the Nations focus now on the our personal and communal health estate planning might not be of the greatest priority to you. Or if it is, you might have questions on […]
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Virtual Estate Planning in the Age of COVID-19
As the New Normal has set in, and the COVID-19 guidelines are making traditional estate planning services impossible, we are still receiving requests by people to do their estate plan. If you are a fellow Texan looking to plan, we can help you. We have been helping people with their online planning for nearly a […]
There’s Never A Better Time Than Now To Get Your Affairs in Order
The idea of getting your financial and legal house in order is likely the last thing on your mind during the busy holiday season. But, getting started is much easier than you think. In fact, the end of the year is a good time to reflect upon the year that has passed and focus on […]
Estate Planning That Expresses Who You Are – 5 Things to Talk About with Your Family
You intend to pass along your wealth through your estate plan, but what about your wisdom? Ensuring you accomplish both calls for a family meeting to have a conversation about your money, your legacy, and your core principles. Most families lead far-flung and busy lives, meaning the only time they see one another face-to-face is […]
Oral Will in Texas
I recently had a family come through my doors, asking me to probate their loved-one’s recorded will. He had fallen ill without making any prior estate planning and had decided to record his “last wishes” on his phone. Now the question becomes. Is a recorded will valid? In this case it was not, because it […]
Finding the Right Fit: Questions for Prospective Wills and Trusts Attorneys
It goes without saying that estate planning is incredibly important and is more than just having a will or a trust. Estate planning offers a sense of security for you and your loved ones that your wishes will be carried out. With such an important and personal endeavor, selecting the right Wills and Trusts Attorney […]
3 Ways to Minimize Estate Planning Fees
3 Ways to Minimize Estate Planning Fees Today, it is impossible to put together even a simple estate plan without the assistance of an experienced estate planning attorney. Why? Because estate planning laws vary greatly from state to state and these laws are extremely convoluted and constantly changing. One wrong word, one missing signature, or […]