Two shortcuts.
There are no shortcuts in life (they say) but when it comes to a deceased’s estate upon death these may count: Shortcut #1 – Muniment of Title: If the deceased’s estate meets the criteria below then it is eligible for muniment of title which allows assets to...
What’s the Law Series: Probate (Part 2)
Estate Administration: Why Do I Need a Will? In our latest post, we discussed the difference between a Small Estate Affidavit and Muniment of Title. Those two alternatives are typically cheaper and faster than a full estate administration. Sometimes, however,...
What’s the Law Series: Probate (Part 1)
No Will Affidavit Method vs. Short Method with Will Texas law provides for four types of actions to take place in the court with regard to the estate of a deceased person (“Decedent”): Collection of Small Estates Upon Affidavit or No Will Affidavit Method;...
Probating a Will: The Necessary Steps
Probating is the process in which a person’s will proved valid by a court. After that, the court will identify property, appraise said property, pay taxes and then distribute the remaining property according to that state’s law.
Dying Without a Will Might Harm Loved Ones
Without a Will, possessions can still be distributed to people and places they did not intend them to go to. Without a Will, the law will create a plan for you.