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Sep 152 min read

Will I Have To Go Under A Guardianship?

Kim Hegwood of Your Legacy Legal Care recently sat down with the Texas Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) to...

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What is a Marital Trust and How does it work in Texas?

Kimberly Hegwood

Sep 75 min read

What is a Marital Trust and How does it work in Texas?

A marital trust is a legal tool often used in estate planning to ensure that assets are managed and distributed according to a couple's...

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How to Pay for Long-Term Care Without Long-Term Care Insurance

Kimberly Hegwood

Sep 26 min read

How to Pay for Long-Term Care Without Long-Term Care Insurance

Planning for long term care is a crucial aspect of retirement. Finding long-term care can be difficult. This is especially true for...

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What is the Best Trust for a Person with a Disability?

Kimberly Hegwood

Aug 265 min read

What is the Best Trust for a Person with a Disability?

Estate planning can be a complex process. It becomes even more intricate when planning for a loved one with a disability. A trust for a...

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Setting Our Adult Children Up for Success

Adam Hundley

Aug 203 min read

Setting Our Adult Children Up for Success

Are your adult children protected when they are off to college? Learn more about why powers of attorney are crucial tools for young adults!

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Essential Guide to Estate Planning in Texas

Kimberly Hegwood

Aug 185 min read

Essential Guide to Estate Planning in Texas

Estate planning is a crucial task that often seems daunting. It involves making decisions about the future of your assets, your...

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Do I Need a Lawyer to Probate a Will in Texas?

Kimberly Hegwood

Jul 304 min read

Do I Need a Lawyer to Probate a Will in Texas?

Navigating the probate process in Texas can be a daunting task. Especially for retirees who are already grappling with the complexities...

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How to Remove Someone from a Life Estate

Kimberly Hegwood

Jun 174 min read

How to Remove Someone from a Life Estate

Navigating the complexities of life estates can be a daunting task. Understanding the legal process and considerations involved in...

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Is a Power of Attorney Good from State to State?

Kimberly Hegwood

Jun 123 min read

Is a Power of Attorney Good from State to State?

Navigating the legal landscape of Power of Attorney (POA) can be complex. This complexity can increase when dealing with interstate...

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Can a Power of Attorney Assign Another Power of Attorney?

Kimberly Hegwood

Jun 124 min read

Can a Power of Attorney Assign Another Power of Attorney?

Navigating the complexities of legal arrangements like Power of Attorney (POA) can be confusing and often requires some clarification....

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What is Trust Administration, and When Should You Get Professional Help?

Kimberly Hegwood

Mar 14 min read

What is Trust Administration, and When Should You Get Professional Help?

Getting named successor trustee for a loved one’s trust is an honor. It means that someone in your life trusts you to act in their...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Mar 14 min read

How Do Special Needs Trusts (SNT) Work?

When you have a loved one with disabilities , there’s a lot that goes into planning for their future. You want to help provide for them...

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Becoming a Power of Attorney & What You Should Know!

Kimberly Hegwood

Feb 122 min read

Becoming a Power of Attorney & What You Should Know!

Kim Hegwood recently was a special guest on the Parent Projects Podcast to discuss the crucial topic of “Becoming a Power of Attorney.”...

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How to Get Emergency Guardianship of an Elderly Parent in Texas

Kimberly Hegwood

Feb 124 min read

How to Get Emergency Guardianship of an Elderly Parent in Texas

When a parent starts experiencing rapid health decline or shows signs of self-neglect due to dementia or other cognitive issues, it often...

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How to Deal with Greedy Family Members after a Death

Kimberly Hegwood

Feb 125 min read

How to Deal with Greedy Family Members after a Death

When a loved one passes away, it can bring out the worst in some family members. Greed and entitlement rear their ugly heads as certain...

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Adam Hundley

Jan 103 min read

Navigating High-Profile Guardianship Matters in Texas: A Guide to Avoiding Legal Turmoil

A recent high-profile guardianship proceeding has captured the attention of Houston and has shed light on the intricacies and potential...

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How to Create a Living Trust in 5 Simple Steps

Kimberly Hegwood

Jan 57 min read

How to Create a Living Trust in 5 Simple Steps

How to Create a Living Trust in 5 Simple Steps Estate planning conversations often circle back to that mysterious legal entity – the...

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

Kimberly Hegwood

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 in Probate Court? A Comprehensive Guide

Kimberly Hegwood

Dec 22, 20235 min read

What Happens in Probate Court? A Comprehensive Guide

Probate court is a place where the stories of people’s lives unfold. It’s where emotions run high, where the past meets the present, and...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Dec 11, 20235 min read

How Much Does Probate Cost in Texas?

Losing someone you love is hard enough without money concerns weighing you down. But after their passing, your grief now comes with...

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