I regularly meet with clients who want to take preventative measures to make sure their families are not burdened if they become incapacitated or die. The most common question I hear is, “What do I need to do to make it easy for my loved ones?” I do have a few recommendations. 1. Prepare Your …
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A Directive to Physicians is more popularly known as a “Living Will.” It is a document that instructs your physician not to use artificial methods to extend your life if you have a terminal or irreversible condition. Stating your wishes in advance of such a diagnosis reduces the possibility of family conflict and spares your …
I get a lot of questions about estate planning by email. Most of the questions are too involved for an answer by return email. In those situations, I arrange either an in-office consultation or a phone consultation. But, every now and again I do get a question that can be easily answered with a simple …
During my initial consultation with clients, I always discuss the various documents that should be part of a comprehensive estate plan. As I explain the purpose of each document I find that the Directive to Physicians, also known as a Living Will, generates the most discussion. It’s also the document clients have the most difficulty …
With a Durable Power of Attorney you appoint another person to make financial decisions for you if you become unable to make the decisions for yourself.
You need a Will in Texas if you want to control how your property is distributed at your death rather than allowing the State to make the decision for you.