
Surviving Texas Probate: What Happens When There is No Will
Learn what happens when someone dies without a Will in Texas, including determinations of heirship, affidavits of heirship, and options for transferring property.

Learn what happens when someone dies without a Will in Texas, including determinations of heirship, affidavits of heirship, and options for transferring property.

Many people are surprised to learn that probate is a public court proceeding, potentially exposing personal information about their estate.

Probate in Texas is a court process that gives someone legal authority to move a loved one’s assets where they belong — and with the

If you own a rental house in Texas, you might assume it’s safe from a lawsuit. It isn’t.

Annuities are flexible and interesting financial tools. I’m not going to weigh in on whether they’re a good investment. Some people love them and some people don’t. What I can tell you is how they’re treated under Texas law.

Welcoming a child into your family changes more than your daily routine. It creates new legal and financial responsibilities that should be reflected in a comprehensive estate plan.

As more adults enter their later years without a spouse, children or close family support, the need for thoughtful, proactive estate planning has never been greater.

The federal gift tax often sounds intimidating. However, most individuals never actually pay it thanks to generous exemptions and strategic planning rules.

When a family loses a loved one, the last thing they need is added stress. However, the probate process often brings paperwork, delays and emotional strain that can weigh heavily on grieving families.

The rules governing inherited retirement accounts have changed in recent years.