Getting divorced is not a decision that most people take lightly. There are many different factors to take into account when weighing this possibility, including property division and where one might live afterward. For Texas couples who are not certain that they are...
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Are you making estate planning mistakes?
If you have already decided to make your estate plan, you may be in line to avoid one of the most common and potentially tragic estate planning mistakes. That is to fail to plan your estate. Truthfully, only a small percentage of those who live in Texas and beyond...
Updating estate plans after moving
Between packing, finding a new place to live and getting an updated driver’s license, moving to a new state can be an exhausting experience. Regardless of how focused someone might be when moving to Texas, the sheer number of matters to attend to can still make it...
The role of taxes in divorce and property division
Dividing up one’s marital assets can be a long and emotional process, and it is not uncommon for people in Texas to make decisions based on feelings rather than finances. While this might seem reasonable in the moment, it often results in unintended financial...
What disclosures must a property owner make to a buyer?
Buying a home or other real estate can be an intimidating prospect, especially if the property is several years old. You never quite know what you are getting, and you may not find out until months or years after you move in. However, one aspect of the real estate...
Approaching the difficult decision to divorce
Most people take marriage very seriously. This is why they may date several people until they find the right one. They may even delay proposing or accepting a proposal because the weight of the decision carries so many consequences. A marriage begins with vows and is...
6 options for stopping foreclosure
Perhaps few things can affect and upset every aspect of your life like falling behind on your mortgage payments. Lenders can be ruthless in collecting on their loans, even if it means removing you and your family from your home. In these uncertain and unprecedented...
Estate planning for transferring wealth
Transferring wealth is an important function of an estate plan. Doing so effectively can be difficult though, especially when there are a number of factors to consider. This is why estate planning often requires careful attention to specific details, including some of...
Is my joint bank account safe during divorce?
When thinking about one’s financial future after divorce, the average person might worry about things like child support, alimony or retirement savings. These are all important financial considerations, but it also overlooks something else -- the joint bank account....
Avoiding comparison during divorce
Ending a marriage is a significant decision that has certain financial and emotional implications. This means that when divorce is the best solution to one’s marital issues, it is important to avoid potential pitfalls along the way. Here are a few things to keep in...