Wills

Which Will is the Right Fit? Breaking Down the Basic Types

Jan 54 min read

Which Will is the Right Fit? Breaking Down the Basic Types

Thoughtful estate planning allows us to care for our loved ones even when we can no longer be with them. For most, the first step in this...

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What Happens When You Die Without A Will In Texas?

Kimberly Hegwood

Jul 31, 20234 min read

What Happens When You Die Without A Will In Texas?

Death is a reality that nobody wants to face, but it’s an inevitable part of life. As much as we hate to think about it, it’s important...

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Does the Executor Decide Who Gets What? 5 Things an Executor Cannot Do

Kimberly Hegwood

Feb 19, 20234 min read

Does the Executor Decide Who Gets What? 5 Things an Executor Cannot Do

If you are going through probate as an executor, you likely lost a loved one. As you navigate through your grief and loss, you also have...

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Estate Plan Vs. Will: What’s the Difference?

Kimberly Hegwood

Dec 29, 20224 min read

Estate Plan Vs. Will: What’s the Difference?

Do you have a will in place? Maybe your children convinced you to draft a will, and you were able to get through any awkward...

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Why Estate Planning Is Essential for Unmarried Couples

Kimberly Hegwood

Dec 28, 20223 min read

Why Estate Planning Is Essential for Unmarried Couples

While estate planning is important for married couples, it is arguably even more necessary for couples that live together who are not...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Aug 3, 20223 min read

What You Cannot Do with a Will

While a will is one of the most important estate planning documents you can have, there are some things it just won’t cover. A will is...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Jul 27, 20224 min read

5 Estate Planning Myths

There are many misconceptions about estate planning and implementing any of them into your estate plan can result in costly mistakes....

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Who Can Legally Contest a Will or an Estate in Texas?

Kimberly Hegwood

Jun 29, 20224 min read

Who Can Legally Contest a Will or an Estate in Texas?

In Texas, only those who have “standing” can contest a will or estate. This means beneficiaries and heirs can contest a will, as well as...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Jun 22, 20224 min read

Why You Should Have an Estate Plan

One way to ensure that your assets go to the people you want is to have a comprehensive estate plan to spell out your wishes and...

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Kimberly Hegwood

May 20, 20222 min read

Biggest Estate Planning Stories

Mistakes can easily be made during estate planning. Hearing about other’s mishaps might help you learn from them and avoid them later....

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Do You Need an Estate Plan If You Are Single?

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 13, 20212 min read

Do You Need an Estate Plan If You Are Single?

Tying the knot and having kids can change your finances significantly. One of the most important tools to protect your loved ones in such...

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Your Simple – Yet Comprehensive – Guide to Estate Planning

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 12, 20213 min read

Your Simple – Yet Comprehensive – Guide to Estate Planning

Each year, millions of Americans dismiss estate planning efforts because they believe it is too complicated. While crafting estate plans...

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Epstein Signed A New Will Just Days Before His Death

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 14, 20192 min read

Epstein Signed A New Will Just Days Before His Death

Just two days before he took his own life, accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein executed a new estate plan. It provides a glimpse at...

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Houston Business Lawyer: Succession Planning for Your Small Business is Crucial for its Survival

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 30, 20172 min read

Houston Business Lawyer: Succession Planning for Your Small Business is Crucial for its Survival

You have worked hard for the success of your small business, but have you thought about what will happen to it after you are gone? By...

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Estate Planning for Women | Houston Will and Trust Lawyer

Kimberly Hegwood

Aug 16, 20172 min read

Estate Planning for Women | Houston Will and Trust Lawyer

For example, the needs of women have been changing dramatically over the past several years. Gone are the days when a woman was expected...

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Pros and Cons of Wills and Living Trusts | Harris County Will and Trust Lawyer

Kimberly Hegwood

Jun 29, 20173 min read

Pros and Cons of Wills and Living Trusts | Harris County Will and Trust Lawyer

As a Harris County will and trust lawyer, I realize that those of us in the estate planning industry often use technical language or...

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Kimberly Hegwood

May 18, 20172 min read

Do I really need an attorney to create a Will in Texas?

We get this question a lot: “Do I really need an attorney to create a will in Texas?” Everyone has seen the online companies that allow...

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Houston Will and Trust Lawyer Offers a Checklist for Trustees

Kimberly Hegwood

Mar 27, 20172 min read

Houston Will and Trust Lawyer Offers a Checklist for Trustees

If you have been asked to serve as trustee for someone’s trust, it is your responsibility to successfully carry out that person’s wishes,...

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Mom Might Have Dementia, Can She Still Write a Will in Texas?

Kimberly Hegwood

Mar 17, 20172 min read

Mom Might Have Dementia, Can She Still Write a Will in Texas?

If your elderly parent is becoming more forgetful or is demonstrating other unusual behavior, you should get them to a doctor right away...

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When a “Fair Share” May Not Mean “Equal Share” | Houston Will and Trust Lawyer

Kimberly Hegwood

Feb 28, 20172 min read

When a “Fair Share” May Not Mean “Equal Share” | Houston Will and Trust Lawyer

As a Houston will and trust lawyer, I can confidently say that estate plans are not one-size-fits-all. Just because most of the people...

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