by Cliff Wheeler | Nov 3, 2025 | blog, Estate Planning
Estate planning in Texas requires understanding how state laws treat property ownership, probate, and family inheritance. A living trust is one of the most effective ways Texans can manage and transfer their assets while avoiding many of the delays and costs tied to...
by Cliff Wheeler | Jul 31, 2025 | blog, Estate Planning
In Texas, having a solid estate plan is more important than many people realize. With its unique community property laws, probate shortcuts, and specific requirements for wills and trusts, Texas offers both opportunities and pitfalls when it comes to planning your...
by Seth Grove | Oct 7, 2023 | blog, Estate Planning
Under current Texas law, if a person (a “Testator”) leaves a part of their estate by Will to a “lineal descendent” (a child or grandchild); or to a “descendant of a Testator’s parent” (a brother or sister), and that descendent predeceases the Testator, the gift will...