Change a beneficiary on a land title .

The answer depends on how title is currently held. If title is only held in your name, then generally the easiest way to accomplish this would to...

How do I get a successor custodian?

If the account is truly in your granddaughter's name it is most likely being held under the Texas Uniform Transfers to Minors Act (TUTMA), with you...

Generally speaking, if the Durable Power of Attorney gives the agent the authority to enter into "real property transactions", then the Agent can...

You should consult with an attorney who can review the Deed and advise you. The attorney will also need to know if you were Texas residents at the...

Are there tax penalties for real estate gift deeds?

Generally speaking, no income tax issues until the house is sold (assuming house is not currently being rented out). But, there are some potential...

How do I set up a trust fund for a minor child?

You don't have to set up a trust now, but at a minimum you need a Will that will set up a trust for your child in the event of your death. They two...

Title changed over to mothers name

You may be able to avoid having to go through probate and instead prepare and file "Afffidavits of Heirship" for everyone who has died and owned an...

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Why do some Texas wills name an Executor while others list them as the Personal Representative? Are they the same thing?

All Executors are Personal Representatives, but not all Personal Representatives are Executors (they could instead be Administrators). An Executor...

Generally speaking, a person in Texas is not required to leave any of their property to their spouse at their death. There are a few exceptions...

The death benefit proceeds of your life insurance should go to whoever you have named as the beneficiaries of the policy. If you fail to name a...