Homestead rights??

Homestead rights are triggered by actions that show the owner is using the property as a homestead, not by filing paperwork. A spouse can devise...

Do I have to pay anything to keep a living trust? Also what is the difference an irrevocable and revocable trust?

Whether you have recently inherited an interest to a trust, a position as trustee or are thinking about forming a trust, you need an experienced...

Notice requirements depend on the type of process chosen. When probating a Will through the normal process, beneficiaries do not have to be...

How would I leave my homestead to my son avoiding probate if I have unsecured judgment creditors in Texas?

Make sure your estate planning documents reflect your wishes first of all. You can even specify what property should be first used to pay debts. At...

My Mother passed than my stepfather.

The answer also depends on soon your stepfather died after your mother and the language in the Will, if any. A lot of wills require a person to...

What does Texas Probate Law set out as an Executor's responsibilities to Beneficiaries?

There is also a duty to provide notice to the beneficiaries after the executor is appointed. If you are a beneficiary, it may not hurt to hire a...

How do I get power of attorney of my deceased parents estate

A power of attorney is not valid after someone passes away. You need to discuss with a probate attorney your parent's family, assets, creditors and...

These letters do expire, at least in some counties. Sometimes you simply need to ask for new letters. If it has been over a year, you may need to...

Elder Care and Asset Protection

Paper trails are your best friend when it comes to Medicaid. When sharing an account with someone who may potentially require Medicaid, it is wise...

In Texas does an Estate's liability pass on to its Beneficiaries if the Estate's assets are insufficient to meet the liability?

The answers to your questions depend on many different factors. When an administration is opened, beneficiaries are not typically liable for a...