If you drive on Texas roads or highways with any regularity, you have probably experienced more than one occasion when another driver nearly collided with you. It is also possible that instead of a near miss, you ended up in the hospital with injuries from an...
Month: August 2021
Thinking of a like-kind exchange? Avoid this big error.
Owning real estate can be a great way to diversify your investment portfolio. Those who choose to own real estate often rely on a 1031, or like-kind exchange, to help provide the ability to defer capital gains taxes on a property the owner chooses to sell as long as...
Shaky business for shale could mean investment opportunities in oil industry
The gas and oil industry is in a bit of a transitional period. It has shifted in recent years, and those who took out big investments with a focus on shale have found themselves struggling to move forward. Chesapeake Energy Corporation, one of the largest natural gas...
Small businesses are poised to surge, but can they ensure success?
2021 is a unique year. After hopefully coming out of the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, entrepreneurs are looking to moving forward with some innovative ideas and the business marketplace is set-up for these ideas to thrive. One reason the marketplace is ready to...
What should I know before I start a business in Texas?
Cities are growing in Texas, which makes it a prime location for entrepreneurs who are looking to start a business. Those who are looking to start a business are wise to review applicable regulations first, and many of these are state specific. With that in mind, this...
3 questions when choosing a business structure
Entrepreneurs looking to start a business are wise to choose the right business structure. The right fit will vary depending on your business interests and goals, but the following questions can help you get on track to finding the right structure for your needs. #1:...
When can family successfully challenge my estate plan?
The passing of talk-show host Larry King led to contention between his wife and his children, as King reportedly left a handwritten will that disinherited his wife. King’s estate is reportedly worth $2 million. King and his wife were in the process of getting a...
No children? Three reasons you still need a will.
You and your spouse may not have children at the moment. Without children, you might decide there is no need for a will since your spouse will automatically inherit your estate. While this may be the case, there are still important reasons to write out a will even if...