Divorce is one of the most emotionally and financially complex events a family can experience—especially when children are involved. Amid custody agreements, financial negotiations, and the day-to-day stress of separating, it’s easy to overlook something critical: your estate plan. If you’re going through the emotionally challenging process of divorce in Texas, it’s essential to understand
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What Happens to Your Frequent Flyer Miles When You Die?
Estate planning involves more than just traditional assets; it includes those you might not immediately think of, like frequent flyer miles and rewards points. These assets can hold significant value, especially since rewards points and travel miles hold real value for a dream vacation or a spontaneous weekend getaway.But have you ever considered what…
Smart Estate Planning: What You Should Know About Scams and Estate Fraud
As parents, our number one job is to protect our children. We baby-proof our homes, we vet their schools, and we work hard to secure their future. But one threat often goes unnoticed—estate fraud and scams targeting your family’s legacy. Scammers know that families with young children and aging parents are especially vulnerable. They prey…
You Don’t Need Millions to Make This Estate Planning Mistake
It’s easy to hear about celebrity estate disasters and think, “That’ll never be me.” Maybe you saw the headlines about the passing of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy—raising a critical estate planning question: What happens when spouses pass away close together? Here’s the truth: you don’t need millions to make a devastating estate planning…
Estate Planning Checklist for Seniors: Healthcare, Long-Term Support, and Retirement
When you’ve spent your life working hard, raising a family, and building a future, you deserve peace of mind as you step into your senior years. But the truth is, many Texas seniors are entering this next phase without a solid estate plan in place—leaving critical decisions about healthcare, long-term support, and retirement up…
Texas Business Owners: Don’t Skip Succession in Your Estate Plan
If you own a business, especially if you’re raising a young family—it’s easy to get caught up in the daily hustle. In Texas, when a business owner passes away without a legally documented plan, their ownership interest may be thrown into probate. That means delays, court involvement, unexpected taxes, possible conflict among family members…
Equality in Estate Planning: A Guide for LGBTQ+ Families
Marriage equality is the law of the land, but the reality on the ground in Texas is more complex. When it comes to Estate planning, LGBTQ+ individuals and families often face unique legal challenges that require thoughtful, personalized solutions. Some of the legal protections that opposite-sex married couples take for granted may not automatically…
Accidents Happen—Make Sure Someone Can Speak for You
None of us likes to think about accidents or medical emergencies. But the truth is, life can change in an instant. One minute you’re dropping the kids off at school or heading into work, and the next, you’re in a hospital room unable to speak for yourself.When the unexpected happens, who would make medical…
Avoiding Family Conflicts Over Guardianship Decisions
Picture this: two sides of the family disagree about who should raise your child. Tensions rise, old wounds reopen, and your child is caught in the middle. We’ve seen it happen. And it can take years to heal.These kinds of disputes aren’t just emotionally damaging—they can also become costly legal battles. Even well-meaning relatives…
The Impact of a Prenuptial Agreement on Your Estate Plan
When most people think about prenuptial agreements, their minds go straight to divorce. But in reality, it’s also a powerful tool in estate planning, especially for parents who want to make sure their children and legacy are protected no matter what life brings.For couples entering marriage, understanding a prenup agreement and how it impacts…