Estate Planning
Plan for your future today. Learn the specific estate planning documents you need to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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What Is a Living Will?
A living will details your medical treatment wishes if you’re incapacitated. Learn the benefits and why you should encourage loved ones to create one.
· 11 min read
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Do I Need an Attorney for My Living Trust?
Determining if you need an attorney to create a trust is the first question to ask yourself in this process.
· 9 min read
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When and How to Revoke Power of Attorney
Revoking power of attorney is an easy process that involves drafting a few simple documents. Let’s review how to do it—and when you might need to.
· 7 min read
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What Is a Child Entitled to When a Parent Dies Without a Will?
When a parent dies without a will, state laws determine how their assets will be distributed. Find out what children can expect to inherit and how state laws impact their rights.
· 7 min read
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Estate Planning When You Have Property in Different States
Passing down property owned in multiple states can prove challenging, but some solutions may avoid probate court.
· 3 min read
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How to File a Small Estate Affidavit in Texas
Because probate proceedings can be expensive and time-consuming, Texas has provided a small estate affidavit procedure for decedents with small estates. Find out who qualifies and how to file this affidavit.
· 3 min read
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Establishing Guardianship in a Will
If you have a child under the age of 18, you should have a will to name a legal guardian of your child in the event of your death. Read on for tips on how to make this happen.
· 4 min read
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What Is an Affidavit of Heirship?
You may need to create and file an affidavit of heirship if a family member has died without a will and you believe you are entitled to inherit any property left behind.
· 4 min read
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What Is Joint Tenancy? A Legal Definition
Joint tenancy offers two or more people a convenient and affordable approach to purchasing property together, but with its own rule book.
· 11 min read
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Probate Advance vs. Probate Loan: What’s the Difference?
If you’re expecting an inheritance but need money faster than probate can get it to you, a probate advance or probate loan might be exactly what you need.
· 9 min read
