Death is as certain as taxes. Individuals from Texas would all benefit from estate planning, but they should be careful to avoid these mistakes. One of the biggest mistakes that a person can make is for him or her to believe that he or she is too young to need an...
Elder Law Attorneys Helping You Plan For The Future
Month: October 2013
Houston same-sex couples get IRS recognition despite state’s law
Same-sex couples in Houston and around the country wondered if they would get a break on gift and estate taxes paid when property was passed from one spouse to the other after the U.S. Supreme Court's declaration that the Defense of Marriage Act was unconstitutional....
Wills and estate planning
Estate planning is important for people in Texas and elsewhere as a way of providing for the protection and eventual disposition of their assets. One of the simplest estate planning tools is a will. A few basic facts about wills can help one understand their need and...
Estate planning and pets
Pets are often loved and cared for like family members but are often left out of the planning process when older adults in Texas and elsewhere decide who will inherit their assets upon their death. These animals are too often left to fend for themselves if there is no...
Where to store estate planning documents
Texas residents who have established estate planning documents such as a will, trusts or power of attorney should be sure that these documents are easy to find and accessible. Even if someone has a complete set of estate planning documents, it will do their friends...