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What is an ABLE Account & How Are ABLE Accounts Beneficial?
For individuals with disabilities, managing finances can often be a complex task. Fortunately, the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act has paved the way for a powerful financial tool – ABLE accounts. Learn about ABLE accounts.
HOW DO I REVOKE A WILL IN TEXAS?
A past client contacted me and asked: “how do I revoke my Will?” (I am always grateful when past or present clients contact me with questions before it’s too late.) I told him how and at the same time I asked the more important question: “why do you want to do that?”...
Where Do You Keep Your Will? Plan A: You Must Securely Store It.
Who stores your Will and where should you keep it? Learn why it is important for you to store your Will securely.
What Happens If My Executor Can’t Find My Will? A Copy Can Be Probated.
When you can’t locate the original, signed Will, Texas law permits probating a copy of the Will provided you present additional information and complete extra steps. Learn what additional information is necessary and what additional steps are required.
How Long Do I Have to Probate A Will in Texas? Over 4 Years: Is it Too Late?
In Texas you typically have four years to probate a will, but there are cases in which this may be extended. Learn how long you have to probate a will.
You’re Appointed Executor: Now What?
What is an executor’s job? I’ll answer this question and a few more. These questions usually come up when a will is probated, and the court appoints an executor. What are your responsibilities? An executor (usually an “Independent Executor” in most Texas probate...
Rights of Survivorship For Your Vehicle
I previously posted articles about ways to transfer vehicle ownership without a Will or without the need for Probate. Here are both articles: Vehicles and Beneficiary Designations: Texas Has Transfer on Death Option for Motor Vehicles | GlavyLaw and Small Estates:...
Small Estates: Using an Affidavit of Heirship for Motor Vehicles
Can you re-title a vehicle without opening an estate? Yes, Texans, like you, may use an Affidavit of Heirship to support the title transfer. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles has a form for this specific purpose, Affidavit of Heirship for a Motor Vehicle (Form...
Vehicles and Beneficiary Designations: Texas Has Transfer on Death Option for Motor Vehicles
Recently, I have addressed ways you may designate assets for beneficiaries without a Will or probate. Let me be perfectly clear: I have never written you don’t need a Will. Still, legally enforceable beneficiary designations permit you to transfer assets at your death...
Texas Transfer on Death Deed: A Limited Way to Transfer Property at Death.
Here’s more of what you need to know I recently wrote about the requirements and characteristics for a Texas Transfer on Death Deed. See The Texas Transfer on Death Deed: Do I Need One? | GlavyLaw. Here, I’ll provide you with information about the requirements and...
