Differences between Estate Administration and Trust Administration
While both estate and trust administration involve settling assets after death, knowing the distinctions is key to effective planning.
October 20, 2025
Your Time to File for Probate Is Limited
Families navigating the aftermath of a loved one’s passing must act quickly. Probate deadlines are strict, and delays can jeopardize the estate’s smooth settlement.
October 16, 2025
Preparing an Estate Plan when Children Live in Another State
Whether it’s because of work, school or a marriage, it isn’t uncommon for a parent to have children and other loved ones scattered across the United States.
October 7, 2025
Your Collection Needs to Be Part of Your Estate Plan
Your collection of baseball cards, Birkin handbags or aging Bordeaux may deliver hours of pleasure. It’s also an estate planner’s nightmare.
October 2, 2025
How and Where To Store Your Will
A will that’s lost, outdated, or inaccessible can send even the most well-intentioned estate plan straight to probate court.
September 18, 2025
How Wealth is Distributed in Blended Families
This summer’s passing of Ozzy Osbourne was mourned by heavy metal fans and caught the attention of estate planning attorneys for lessons about how wealth is distributed among members of a blended family. Whether you liked his music or not, Osbourne left an estate estimated to be worth $230 million plus future royalties, reports a recent article from Think Advisor, “What Wealthy Families Can Learn From a Rock Star’s Estate.” There’s no estate battle for now. However, only time will tell if the Osbourne family faces issues like those of many blended families. There’s no simple playbook for these situations,…
September 2, 2025
Choosing the Right Estate Planning Attorney in Texas: Questions to Ask Before You Hire
When it comes to estate planning, choosing the right attorney can make all the difference. Your estate plan isn’t just about documents—it’s about protecting your
September 1, 2025
Options when Inheriting a House
Inheriting a house brings emotional weight—and important decisions that can impact your financial future.
August 21, 2025
Common Trust Mistakes to Avoid
Trusts can be powerful estate planning tools. However, simple errors can lead to delays, disputes and unintended outcomes.
August 19, 2025
Common Reasons to Avoid Probate Court
Probate can tie up assets, create delays and drain estate value—many families benefit from planning around it.
August 7, 2025