Estate Planning Resources

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

What is a Letter of Intent for Child With Special Needs

A Letter of Intent (LOI) is an essential document for parents or caregivers that provides critical information about medical needs, routines, preferences, and long-term care plans of a child with special needs. It provides detailed

An Online Letter of Intent

Every parent worries about whether their child’s well-being in the event of a tragedy. These concerns are compounded for parents of children with special needs, who may not have the capacity to communicate their needs

What Happens If You Die Without a Will in NC

Attorney Rania Combs discusses the North Carolina Intestate Succession Act, which dictate how property is distributed when someone dies without a Will in North Carolina.

Can I Create an Asset Protection Trust for Myself in Texas?

Amendments to the Texas Property Code appear to create a back door to create a self-settled asset protection trust in Texas.

Texas Small Estate Affidavit: Eligibility, Filing Process & Requirements

A Small Estate Affidavit can be a quick and cost-effective way to transfer property to a decedents legal heirs without going through formal probate in Texas when someone dies without a Valid Will in Texas

The Texas Transfer on Death Deed

A Texas Transfer on Death Deed is a legal document that allows you to name beneficiaries to inherit your real estate after you pass away, avoiding the need for probate. This can be particularly beneficial

What are the Requirements of a Valid Will in North Carolina?

North Carolina attorney Rania Combs discusses the statutory requirements of valid Wills in North Carolina.

Can Minor Orphans in Texas Select Their Own Guardians?

In Texas, minor orphans who’ve reached the age of discretion, usually 12 or older, can ask the court to appoint the guardian they prefer. The law gives children a voice in deciding who will care

How Much Money Can I Give Without Paying Gift Tax?

Under federal tax law, the person making a gift (the donor) is responsible for any federal gift tax due—not the recipient (donee). The gift’s recipient (the donee) does not have to pay any income taxes

Back to Nature: Exploring Green Burial Options

Imagine walking through a serene forest with sunlight filtering through the trees. Instead of rows of headstones and manicured lawns found in traditional cemeteries, where concrete vaults and metal caskets separate the deceased from the

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