Probate Is Required For A Surviving Spouse
A common misconception is that you do not have to probate a will when your spouse dies.
December 15, 2020
Deciding Between Separate or Joint Trusts
In situations where both spouses want the surviving spouse to inherit all the assets, which is often the case, a joint trust can be far less complicated to set up and maintain than separate trusts, with less headaches for the surviving spouse.
December 14, 2020
Estate Planning for a Second Marriage
Second (or third or fourth) marriages often require careful balancing between the needs of the surviving spouse and the needs of the children from a previous marriage.
October 29, 2020
Consider Planning Your Own Funeral
The death care industry — yep, it’s got its own industry moniker — is an estimated $20 billion business. Service Corporation International, a publicly traded company that operates 1,475 funeral homes and 483 cemeteries in 44 states, pulled in more than $3.2 billion in revenue in the past 12 months.
July 16, 2020
Brad Wiewel discusses Surviving Texas Probate
In the second part of our video series, Brad Wiewel discussed his new book, Surviving Texas Probate, on KXAN. Brad and host Rosie Newberry talked
June 23, 2020
Protecting a Digital Legacy
The world exists just as much online, as it does offline. Failing to recognize that when planning for the end of life, can lead to unexpected repercussions for survivors.
June 15, 2020
Prevent Estate Administration Problems
If your will was signed before 2013 and you have a so-called by-pass estate tax saving trust that is no longer necessary, you really should update and simplify your will.
June 1, 2020
Steps to Take When a Loved One Dies
When a member of your family dies, you could be left to pick up the financial pieces. Finding all the information you need can be challenging.
May 28, 2020
Testamentary Trusts give Protection to assets
Utilization of a testamentary trust for the surviving spouse is an excellent idea, whether the survivor is the husband or wife.
May 26, 2020