When you plan your estate, it can be tempting to only write a will. However, while this can simplify the estate planning process today, it may not give you or your loved ones the protection you need in the future. By considering the wide variety of estate planning...
After you have a child, your estate plan will need to change to reflect these changes in your life. This includes establishing a trust to prepare for their college fund to adding them as a beneficiary to your will. One issue that requires careful consideration is...
America has long been a do-it-yourself society. Especially in the age of the internet and social media, it seems like you can find tutorials and materials for just about any subject you want to take on. Normally, taking the DIY approach can save you money and be a...
If you’re like most people, you are at least marginally familiar with the term “Bitcoin,” which leads the pack in the growing popularity of cryptocurrency. These digital currencies are often highly secure by design, yet they are not regulated by any government because...
Mistakes happen. Most mistakes may cost a Texas resident some time and perhaps a relatively small amount of money. However, when estate planning mistakes occur, the cost can be extensive.Perhaps one of the most expensive mistakes some people make is attempting to...
The majority of Texas residents prefer to make their own decisions. They do not want someone else dictating where they will live, what they will eat or where they will work. Likewise, they do not want someone else dictating what medical care they will receive even if...
Although death is never an easy subject to discuss, it is an inevitable event that will happen to every person. Having a plan in place only makes sense, yet so many Texas residents put it off until it's too late. There's a certain stigma surrounding estate...
Protecting ones assets and maintaining privacy are common goals for Texas residents. In some cases, a will is all that is needed to protect assets. However, others have discovered that living trusts offer a greater level of asset protection and the privacy that the...
Planning for the future is a common task. Texas residents typically plan for vacations, holidays, weekends and even their retirement. Yet, estate planning is one area in which many tend to think that they don't really need a plan. Regardless of income or age, an...
Taking steps to provide for and protect loved ones is a noble effort, but who will be there for them if something happens? Texas residents need to consider what will happen to them if they become incapacitated or otherwise unable to make decisions for themselves. By...
