A Solid Estate Plan For The Future Brings Peace Of Mind Today
You do not want to think about what must be done if the unimaginable happens. Preparation, even for the worst situations, can give you peace of mind. You spent your lifetime building your estate and you want to provide for your family and friends.
As scary as it is to think about not being able to care for yourself or your death, it is best to have a plan. For help with estate planning or for probate issues, call 346-327-9500.
Why Do I Need An Estate Plan?
Your estate is the sum of the value of all your property, including your debts. Estate planning can be complicated. It is important to understand the consequences and experienced legal counsel can help protect your family assets.
You need an estate plan for a variety of reasons, including:
- An estate plan allows you to decide who can make decisions for you and hold your assets while you are alive but unable to make those decisions
- Distribution of wealth. You will have to name an executor or a personal representative. It can also set a plan for your minor children and any relatives who need care
- Minimization of taxes. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, enacted in 2017, expanded how much you can give away during your life or after you die without transfer taxes
- Protecting your wealth. If you have substantial assets, you want them to go to your loved ones. Methods to ensure that include: asset protection trusts, irrevocable trusts, limited liability entities, asset ownership and insurance
- Preparing for your family’s future. If you want to ensure that future generations share your wealth, there are estate planning strategies that can preserve your financial legacy
In addition to helping you prepare common estate planning documents such as a will, Oxner Legha Law Firm can assist with a wide range of more specific estate planning matters including:
- Declaration Of Guardian
- Directive To Physician / Living Will
- HIPAA Release
- Revocable Transfer On Death Deed
- Will Codicil
- Power of Attorney (Durable and Statutory)
- Medical Power of Attorney
- Appointment of Disposition of Remains
What Is Probate And Do I Need It?
Probate is needed to prove a will is legitimate and to make sure a deceased person’s wishes are followed. Probate is the only way beneficiaries can get legal ownership of property that is not addressed in a will or an estate plan.
Guiding You Through The Estate Planning And Probate Process
Working with an estate planning and probate attorney can help you control your assets and get a better outcome in Texas. Call us at our Cypress offices at 346-327-9500 or on our contact page.