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Can I drive over your property?
Easements are common but misunderstood. Simply put- an easement grants someone else the right to use another person’s property for a specific purpose. Here are some common easements in Texas: Utility (Ex: power companies have rights to service, maintain their lines)...
Attention Buyers! Big Change in Real Estate commissions.
If you are purchasing real estate and using a broker/agent you will notice a significant change in how typical commissions have worked in past. You will notice the Buyer must now agree to the Buyer’s agents commission before representation. You will also notice...
This is not your Will.
We receive many requests to prepare a “Living Will”. This is not a will; not sure why its named that! Interpretation - The document known as “living will” is an “Advanced Directive” which really needs to be in your complete estate plan. The Advanced Directive talks...
For crying out loud – don’t miss these deadlines.
As you get rolling in this new year – here are some deadlines you need to know! BIG NOTE – we are not accountants so please consult your CPA. This is meant to a reminder to call your CPA and these can be different depending on some factors. January 31, 2025 - all...
Sued? What that means.
When someone says – “I got sued” or “I want to sue someone” – what does that mean? Short answer – it means going to court to resolve a dispute. There are really two parts – finding the facts (using documents, witnesses, evidence) applying the law to those facts (the...
New business? 5 essential legal considerations.
Here are 5 key things to understand as a business owner when creating and running a small business in Texas: Choose the correct business structure (LLC, Corporation, Partnership, etc). Understand Texas tax obligations and deadlines. Comply with employment laws and...
DO NOT forget this
Let’s say you own a rent property or a commercial building but put the title in the name of “Apple Investments, LLC”. You get insurance for Apple Investments, LLC. Call your agent now and tell them to add your name to the insurance policy as an “Additional Insured”....
Don’t get crazy and keep your immunity
A professional employee of the school district (a teacher) is not personally liable for any act that is within the scope or incident to his/her position of employment and that involves the exercise of judgment/discretion on the part of the employee. This is called...
Reporting Reminder
Reminder - New reporting requirement became effective January 1, 2024. LLCs and Corporations (including other companies) must report information about their “Beneficial Owners” – the people who own/control the company. They are required to report to the Financial...
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