Tag Archives: estate planning
What a power of attorney can and cannot do
Many clients are given powers of attorney for their finances when working with their estate planning attorney. They often file the documents away without ever showing them either to their intended agent or to the financial institution involved. Even if the agent knows the paperwork exists, they often assume they just need to take the […]
Five Reasons to Make a Will
Texas law makes it much more economical to probate a simple will than many other states. You can provide in the will for independent administration so that your heirs can easily take the actions to carry out your wishes. Without a will, your heirs will have to file for an heirship proceeding, costing two to […]
Five Good Reasons to Think about a Post-Nuptial Marital Agreement
Most people are much more familiar with the idea of premarital agreements. Usually there is the concept of protecting a much wealthier person’s assets from being divided in a divorce action. Once a couple has married with no such agreement, there is the perception that there is nothing to be done about this. Further, if […]
Five Good Reasons to Think about a Post-Nuptial Marital Agreement
Most people are much more familiar with the idea of premarital agreements. Usually there is the concept of protecting a much wealthier person’s assets from being divided in a divorce action. Once a couple has married with no such agreement, there is the perception that there is nothing to be done about this. Further, if […]