Estate Planning Resources

Articles and guides to help you understand your options for protecting your family and your assets in Texas and North Carolina.

Will My Wife Inherit All My Separate Property If I Die Without A Will?

In Texas, a surviving spouse may not inherit all of a deceased spouse’s separate property when the deceased dies without a Will because intestacy statutes determine distribution based on the property’s characterization and surviving relatives.

Would You Like A Will With That Special Needs Trust?

A stand-alone special needs trust can accept gifts for a child while preserving eligibility for means-tested benefits, but a Will is still needed to direct the parent’s assets to the trust at death.

FAQs About The Rights of Same-Sex Couples After DOMA Ruling

This article directs readers to Wendy S. Goffe’s Forbes guest post answering frequently asked questions about the rights of same-sex couples after the DOMA ruling.

Are You Married To An Evil Stepparent?

The article explains how conflict with a stepparent can affect a blended family’s inheritance and emphasizes using a properly drafted Will, a neutral executor, and secure Will storage.

Wacky Wednesday: Wills That Make You Go “Hmmm…” Solomon Sanborn

Solomon Sanborn’s 1871 Will directed that his body go to science, his skin be made into drums, and his remains help grow an American elm.

How to Talk With Your Parents About Their Financial Affairs

The article offers guidance for discussing elderly parents’ finances, emergency planning, and essential estate-planning documents, including a Will and powers of attorney.

Will The State Get All My Assets If I Die Without A Will?

Under Texas law, assets of someone who dies without a Will pass to heirs under a statutory formula, while the State of Texas inherits only if no heirs exist and it proves that in court.

Can Your Spouse Handle Your Financial Affairs?

The article explains how spouses can prepare for death or incapacity by sharing financial information, organizing account details, and jointly managing household finances.

In Memory of Jake

This tribute remembers Jake Combs, a Christian minister whose devotion to family, service, generosity, and relationships shaped a lasting legacy.

Three Dangerous Consequences of Putting Off Estate Planning

Delaying estate planning can leave a judge to choose your children’s guardian and asset manager and may cause your property to be distributed against your wishes.

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