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Recording LLC Property Transfers in Texas: What Every Property Owner Should Know
As estate planning attorneys, we're often asked whether it's truly necessary to record a Special Warranty Deed after transferring property..
Taylor Willingham
Oct 25, 20242 min read
Reviewing Your Estate Plan after the Death of a Loved One
The death of a loved one is never easy. Regardless of your relationship with the deceased (for example, a relative, significant other...
Taylor Willingham
Oct 11, 20246 min read
How to Make Your Inheritance Last
Most people believe that receiving a large inheritance from a loved one would be life-changing. At least one study, however, found that...
Taylor Willingham
Oct 10, 20243 min read
3 Tips for Every New Homeowner
Congratulations on the purchase of your new home! Whether this is your first home or you are upgrading or downsizing from your current...
Taylor Willingham
Oct 8, 20243 min read
Navigating the Landscape of Public Benefits: A Comprehensive Guide
In today's complex social support system, various public benefit programs exist to assist individuals facing disabilities, financial...
Taylor Willingham
Sep 30, 20247 min read
A Guide on Revoking a Transfer on Death Deeds in Texas
A Transfer on Death Deed (TODD) is a powerful estate planning tool in Texas, allowing property owners to designate beneficiaries for real...
Taylor Willingham
Sep 30, 20243 min read
The Name Game: Why Consistency Matters in Texas Real Estate Deeds
Are you dabbling in Texas real estate or planning your estate? If so, grab a cup of coffee and settle in. We're about to dive into a...
Taylor Willingham
Sep 26, 20243 min read
Navigating Unknown Heir Challenges in Texas Affidavits of Heirship: A Comprehensive Guide
In the complex world of estate planning and probate law, the Affidavit of Heirship stands as a crucial tool for Texans dealing with...
Taylor Willingham
Sep 24, 20245 min read
Deciphering the Legacy: A Guide to Residuary Clauses, Specific Bequests, and Class Gifts in Texas Estate Planning
In Texas, the distribution of an estate through a will involves careful consideration of various statutory provisions that dictate how...
Taylor Willingham
Feb 24, 20243 min read
Can a surviving spouse lose their homestead rights by renting out the property in Texas?
In a particularly poignant case, a client found herself in a challenging situation following the death of her spouse. As part of a...
Taylor Willingham
Feb 20, 20243 min read
Am I Responsible For My Parents Nursing Home Cost?
The Nursing Home Agreement A central issue when dealing with a nursing home is the nursing home agreement. Unfortunately, clients usually...
Taylor Willingham
Feb 10, 20242 min read
How to Change Your Beneficiary on Non-Qualified Retirement Accounts?
Changing the beneficiary on your checking, savings, or investment accounts is an important aspect of estate planning and asset...
Taylor Willingham
Jan 21, 20243 min read
Burn Your Boats? - The Principle of Risk - History of Succession
Born into the royal family of Gabon, Gaspar Yanga was captured and enslaved on the Nuestra Señora de la Concepción sugarcane plantation,...
Taylor Willingham
Jan 17, 202410 min read
Who's Who of Estate Planning
What is an Executor? An Executor is a person appointed in a will to administer the deceased's estate. This role involves a range of...
Taylor Willingham
Jan 17, 20246 min read
What is the Best Asset Protection Tool in Texas?
In a case where a man worth $400 million, serving as Chief Financial Officer, commits fraud, leading to the bankruptcy of his company,...
Taylor Willingham
Jan 15, 20245 min read
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