Adults often plan for the future with the goal of caring for their loved ones long after they are gone. For example, if you are a grandparent in Texas, one of the things you may want to accomplish with your estate plan is to leave your grandchildren an inheritance....
Estate Planning
Estate planning 101: Make sure your spouse knows these 3 things
Marriage is more than just a love story; it is a partnership. One way to help better ensure our partners are prepared for anything life could throw our way is to have an estate plan. Although the details of the plan will vary for each couple, every couple can benefit...
Stuck in probate? Two ways to speed up the process.
Probate. Some see it as a dreaded word, something to avoid at all costs. After all, going through court to sort out the distributions of assets sounds horrid. In some cases, it lives up to the reputation. But in others it works out just fine. With a little prep work...
Updating an estate plan? 3 things to know about beneficiary designations.
Beneficiary designations are handy legal tools that guide the distribution of certain assets. They are commonly included on bank accounts, life insurance policies, annuities, and retirement assets like 401(k)s. This legal tool is generally present when the person who...
Breaking down the estate planning process
If there is anything that the recent months of unprecedented health concerns have taught, it may be that life is very fragile and uncertain. Yet many still put off creating an estate plan that could provide a future of security and stability for their loved ones. ...
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...
What happens to my NFT and cryptocurrency when I die?
Whether talking about Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs) or cryptocurrency, digital assets are becoming more commonplace and can hold a huge amount of wealth. Accessing these assets is not always easy. Most forms of cryptocurrency require use of a private key. This key is...
Do I need a pre- or post-marital agreement?
Nearly everyone is familiar with the idea of a premarital agreement. Pre- and post-marital agreements are legal documents that dictate what should happen to a married couple's property and assets in the event of a divorce or death. While most people know about the...
Did the pandemic inspire you to get an estate plan?
If so, you are not alone. But what is the first step? If you are interested in putting together an estate plan, you may feel overwhelmed. Do you write a will? What about a trust? What is the right choice for your family? The following will answer some common questions...