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How to Designate a Beneficiary For a Motor Vehicle August 16, 2018

On September 1st, 2015, The Texas State Legislature passed a law allowing for the transfer on death designation of a motor vehicle. To do this, you will need to complete the form for Beneficiary ...

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Why Use a Trust Instead of a Will? Reason #5: The Blended Family November 22, 2017

Merging families, divorce, and remarriage are all becoming more commonplace in today’s society. While people should be allowed a second chance at happiness, the blended family scenario may cause ...

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Using a Trust Instead of a Will - Reason 4 - Keeping It Private November 13, 2017

After you pass away, you probably do not want your own and your family’s “dirty laundry” aired for the whole world to see. The repercussions it could have for your surviving family members could be ...

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Powers of Attorney: Medical versus Financial October 30, 2017

Powers of attorney are utilized for financial decisions and medical decisions. One is responsible for safeguarding your assets; the other, your life. So, what does a Medical Power of Attorney do? What ...

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Trust vs. Will | McKinney Estate Planning Lawyers October 25, 2017

If you believed probate was the most hated word when it comes to the world of estate planning, you were wrong--it is, in fact, taxes. Uncle Sam is always ready and waiting to take his cut. This is why ...

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How to Avoid Probate By Creating a Trust October 25, 2017

Probate—now there’s a term no one likes to see rearing its ugly head. When discussing estate plans and wills, the word probate comes up often, but what is it, exactly? And, perhaps more importantly, ...

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