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Will Distributions from ABLE Account for Food or Shelter Reduce SSI Benefits?

What is an ABLE Account? An ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) account is a type of savings account for individuals with disabilities and their families. The account…

What are the Requirements of a Valid Trust in Texas?

Creating a valid trust in Texas requires meeting specific statutory requirements. These requirements, outlined in Texas Property Code, Title 9, Subtitle B, Chapter 112, ensure the trust…

Does a Typewritten Will in Texas Need Witnesses If It is Notarized?

To be valid, a typewritten Will must be signed in the presence of two witnesses, even if notarized. Unfortunately, her mother didn’t know that. Her mother had signed…

Can An Adopted Child Inherit From Biological Parents?

Attorney Rania Combs explains whether adopted children can inherit from both biological parents and adoptive parents under the Texas Intestacy Statutes.

How to Talk with Someone who is Grieving

Attorney Rania Combs provides some helpful tips for navigating conversations with someone who is grieving after the loss of a loved one.

Lady Bird Deeds vs. Texas Transfer on Death Deeds: Key Differences, Benefits, and Which Is Best for You

Both Lady Bird Deeds and Texas Transfer on Death Deeds  allow property owners to transfer real estate to heirs without the need for probate. While they share many similarities,…

Is an Agent Named in a Durable Power of Attorney Legally Responsible for the Debts of a Principal?

An agent named in a durable power of attorney is generally not responsible for the debt of the principal unless they are a party to the debt or…

Free Texas Will Forms

Estate planning is as important for small estates as for large ones. We all have the potential of becoming incapacitated. Therefore, having documents in place that allows trusted…