Estate Planning for Expats
Accepting a temporary assignment overseas? Basic estate planning for Texans abroad is not hard.
Medical directives and HIPAA authorizations
Designate a medical agent and specify treatment with advance directives.
Estate Planning for Artists
The standard estate plan needs a couple of tweaks for the artist with inventory.
Minerals and estate planning
Record retention reduces the cost of estate planning and probate for mineral owners.
Mental Capacity and Estate Planning
If you have all your marbles, can you still count them? And what does it matter?
Checklist for Family Caregivers
Caregiving is exhausting. Here are some of the best resources.
Islamic Estate Plans
Islamic estate plans work best in Texas if drafted in Texas. Here’s thoughts on getting started.
Elder Abuse and Self-Neglect
Elder abuse includes self-neglect. All must be reported.
The Successor Agent
A lawyer isn’t needed to certify the successor agent under a power of attorney. You can do it yourself.
Russell’s Dead
I’m building a practice that will survive me, so you don’t have to worry whether I’m dead or alive.
Management Agencies
A limited but versatile tool for money management that just might delay disability.
What’s Your Number?
How much money do you need to retire? That number should drive your tax, gift, and financial planning.