Elder Law Essentials in Texas
Elder law is an aspect of estate planning focusing primarily on the needs of families and individuals as they age.
Understanding Irrevocable Trusts: Protecting Your Home and Assets in an Evolving Legal Landscape
Before you decide to put your home in an irrevocable trust, it is important to have a basic understanding of what you are doing and why.
Michael Jackson’s Daughter Paris Continues Battle Over His Estate
The most recent of many legal skirmishes to come to the public’s attention involves Paris Jackson, Michael Jackson’s daughter.
Organize Your Important Papers and Get Personal and Financial Affairs in Order
The first step in getting your affairs in order is to gather up all your important personal, financial and legal information, so you can arrange it in a format that will benefit you now and your loved ones later.
Spring Cleaning Guide: Why Your Estate Plan Needs an Annual Polish
To keep your estate plans current, here’s what to review this spring regarding wills, trusts, beneficiaries, powers of attorney and funeral wishes.
The OTHER Talk: How to Discuss Estate Planning with Your Family
‘The Talk,’ in parenting circles, is generally defined as an uncomfortable conversation with your children about sex. However, there is another talk.
The Unseen Risk: Why Standard Estate Planning Fails Individuals with Disabilities
We often view estate planning as an optional chore—a task for the “ultra-wealthy” or something to be tackled in the distant future. In reality, estate planning is the only way to override the default “backup plans” written into state law. While these default laws provide a basic structure for transferring property, they are often blunt instruments that can cause unintended financial catastrophes for families caring for a loved one with a disability.
If you have a child or grandchild with physical or cognitive challenges, a “standard” will isn’t just insufficient—it could be a legal landmine.
The “Second Marriage Tightrope”: Balancing Your Spouse & Your Children in Your Estate Plan
Married people in second marriages with prior children often have to balance the future well-being of their spouse with that of their own children.
Beyond the Will: Is a Living Trust the Secret to a Seamless Legacy?
I was told that unlike wills, a trust doesn’t require probate and is not taxable. My main asset is a house that I want to pass on to my son. Would a living trust help?
How to Protect Against Financial Risks & Exploitation
The idea of asset protection for the purposes of protecting against long-term care costs is becoming both more sought-after and more necessary.
