If you don’t think your parents have an estate plan, you may be concerned about what the future holds. Perhaps you’re worried about disputes that you and your siblings could get into if you don’t have a plan to tell you how to distribute assets. Maybe you’re concerned...
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Mistakes to avoid when creating an estate plan
Creating an effective estate plan is crucial for ensuring your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes after your passing. However, many individuals make common mistakes that can complicate or even undermine their estate planning efforts. Knowing...
What are the benefits of forming an LLC?
Starting a business or scaling up from a one-person operation can be tremendously exciting, but choosing the legal structure for your business is a decision that can have a broad impact on your future success. You do have choices, but one popular option for...
How businesses can take some risk out of commercial leases
A new commercial lease is a massive opportunity for a business. The space that they acquire can help them reach more customers or manufacture more products. However, taking on a commercial lease is a massive commitment that comes with significant liability – not just...
Texas energy companies may be given eminent domain powers
In general, eminent domain is a power that can be used by the government. Most land in Texas is privately owned. But there are situations when the government needs to carry out a project for the benefit of the population as a whole – such as building a hospital or an...
What are the downsides of a business partnership?
There are certainly many positive upsides to starting a business partnership. Your business partner can bring new perspectives, additional financial capital and additional skills and abilities to the business. Many businesses are only successful because they are...
Updating your estate plan when there’s a new addition to the family
Regarding family matters, checking that your estate plan adapts to the changes in your life is paramount. One such significant event is the arrival of a new child. When this happens, updating your estate plan can help you safeguard your growing family’s future....
When can Texas landowners restrict access to a stream?
Those purchasing real property in Texas often gladly pay a premium price for land with streams running through it or nearby. Having a reliable source of water can make a major difference regarding someone's use of a property. However, sometimes people assume that they...
3 reasons why you need a living will
A living will is a legal document that allows individuals to express their medical preferences and instructions in the event of incapacitation. Think of it as a proactive measure to maintain control over your own healthcare decisions, even when you are unable to...
What the rise of EVs means for commercial real estate owners
It may surprise a lot of people to learn Texas, known for oil and gas production, has over 200,000 registered electric vehicles (EVs) currently on the road. That number is only going to increase over the next couple of decades as more manufacturers enter the EV market...


