Jim’s probate avoided.

Jim’s probate avoided.

Jim owns a valuable home on 3 acres.  He does not have many other assets. His estate would not need to be probated if he did not own the home because he already took care of his bank accounts by listing his son as the POD (Payable On Death) beneficiary.  Question...
Jim’s probate avoided.

Keep this paragraph in your back pocket

Let’s say your company performed some work for Mr. X.  He was pleased with the work.  Wisdom would recommend you have him sign Release of Claims against you.   Something like this: (Mr. X) releases and forever discharges (You and Your Company) as well as the Company’s...
Jim’s probate avoided.

2023: Death and Gift Taxes

2023: Death and Gift Taxes Certain taxes are triggered when you transfer assets upon your death (“Estate Tax”). Estate Tax Rate: 40% Exemption Amount**: 12.92mm per person (25.84mm if married) ** explained another way – you will not owe estate taxes if all the assets,...
Jim’s probate avoided.

You only took the first step.

You need these to properly form an LLC: **Certificate of Formation (filed with the State) Organizational Meeting Minutes Company Agreement Consent for a person to serve as Registered Agent Company Manual with completed Certificates **Many people only file this form...
Jim’s probate avoided.

New forms for Real Estate Professionals  

TREC has updated their forms. Use these effective 2/1/23: One-to-Four Family Residential Family Contract (Resale) Farm and Ranch Contract Amendment to Contract Unimproved Property Contract New Home Contract (Incomplete Construction) New Home Contract (Complete...
Jim’s probate avoided.

Title is screwed up. I object. 

Buyers, please be aware.  You can (and should) object when there are defects or encumbrances in the title to the land / building / house you are purchasing.  It may be your only way to terminate the contract. Below is the paragraph which gives you this right to...