Certain provisions of the Texas Estates Code permit you sign a special kind of deed during your lifetime [a Transfer on Death Deed – TOD deed] in order to leave the property described in the deed at your death. The real estate will automatically go to the person you...
Estate planning attorney, Nick C. Caridas, can answer your questions about wills and trusts. Licensed in Texas in 1981, Nick emphasizes sharing of knowledge and collaboration with his clients to that they can make informed, confident decisions. After reviewing these...
There are many different types of trusts, some of which can be useful for estate planning purposes. The many types of trusts generally fall into two basic categories: living trusts and testamentary trusts. A living trust (Inter-Vivos trust) is established during the...
Having a will is an essential part of your estate plan. A will is a necessity for just about everyone, regardless of the size of their estate. Having a will allows you to do a great degree of planning that cannot be done without a will. What are the advantages of...
In Texas, Letters Testamentary are an official document issued by the county clerk after their issuance has been authorized by the local Probate Court. The Letters Testamentary are one page documents that name and recognize the executor as the person authorized to...
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