In the complex and often emotionally charged process of estate distribution, the issue of how to successfully contest a will in Houston emerges as a pertinent concern for many. The question of will validity can arise under various circumstances, from concerns about...
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6 Signs the Executor is Mishandling Your Inheritance
Navigating the complex landscape of inheritance distribution can be fraught with challenges and with the potential for mismanagement, particularly when it comes to the actions of an executor charged with carrying out a deceased loved one’s final wishes. Understanding...
When Love Turns to Greed. Surviving Texas Probate Hell.
When the patriarch of a modest Texas family passed away, his son assumed the probate process would be a walk in the park. After all, his father had a will. Instead, a legal whirlwind joined his grief. His father had a long-term partner and they both lived about an...
How should I handle my vacation home when estate planning?
Estate planning is essential for everyone and even more vital for those who have acquired significant wealth or assets. If you are a Texas resident with a vacation or second home, you may be wondering how you should pass it down to your loved ones someday. According...
How does debt affect survivors after your death?
Most people have some debt, and when they die, that debt does not automatically go away. You may wonder if you will leave your loved ones with a pile of bills to pay after your death. According to CNBC, what happens with your debt depends on the type of debt, your...
How does probate work in Texas?
When planning your estate in Texas, you should understand how the state handles probate. Some of your assets may go through this process, which involves the court supervision of property distribution, tax payments and creditor claims. Review the laws about Texas...
What is a simple will?
It is never too early to start estate planning. Many people believe that they do not need to consider starting an estate plan until they are nearing retirement; however, the reality is that many people would benefit from having a will in place at a much younger age....
What is a reason family business succession may fail?
You may be the owner of a business and hope someday to have a family member succeed you as owner and manager. Not all family business successions work out, though. To help ensure that you can someday transition your business to your child or family member, it may help...
When should you begin creating estate plans?
Perhaps you are young and just out of college or newly retired but feeling as good as you did 20 years ago. Estate planning may not be on your mind much, if at all, because death seems like a distant prospect. This mindset, however, could become rife with problems...
Is a QTIP trust good for my blended family?
Many people in Texas get married after having been previously divorced or widowed. The chance at a fresh start for a happy marriage and life is something to celebrate indeed. However, blending families may not always be easy and some of the issues that couples in...