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Is it time to appoint a guardian for your elderly parents?

Is it time to appoint a guardian for your elderly parents?

From the moment we are born, we look to our parents for guidance. Throughout our childhood, they taught… [...]

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Irrevocable trusts can be an essential estate plan component

Irrevocable trusts can be an essential estate plan component

An irrevocable trust is a crucial component of many estate plans, offering a range of benefits from tax… [...]

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3 groups of assets that don’t go through probate

3 groups of assets that don’t go through probate

For most people, probate can be a complex and time-consuming process, but there are certain assets that can… [...]

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3 instances when beneficiaries may contest a will

3 instances when beneficiaries may contest a will

Contesting a will involves disputing its validity upon the testator’s demise. Typically, most people who contest a will… [...]

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Can the estate executor remove household items?

Can the estate executor remove household items?

When a parent passes away, one of the jobs for the estate executor is to make an inventory… [...]

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The new year marks an ideal time for these estate planning tasks

The new year marks an ideal time for these estate planning tasks

The annual ritual of saying farewell to the current year and welcoming a new one usually inspires introspection.… [...]

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Is adult conservatorship an option in Texas?

Is adult conservatorship an option in Texas?

There is an assumption that adults are competent to manage their own affairs. Once someone turns 18, they… [...]

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What does Texas law say about executor compensation?

What does Texas law say about executor compensation?

Whether you’re considering someone’s request that you be the executor (also known as “personal representative”) of their estate… [...]

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Witnesses are key to the creation of a valid Texas will

Witnesses are key to the creation of a valid Texas will

Drafting a will is the most basic estate planning step an individual can take. It is also one… [...]

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What are estate accounts?

What are estate accounts?

When someone dies, their bank accounts can no longer be used – not even to pay their final… [...]

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