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Nov 5, 20183 min read

Planning For A Long Life And All That That Entails

“Will you still need me, will you still feed me, when I’m sixty four?” When Paul McCartney penned those lines he was in his 20s. 64 must...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 30, 20182 min read

Asset Protect That Doesn’t Depend On Your Aim

Asset Protection That Doesn’t Depend On Your Aim – There’s an old saying that goes something like, “God made man, but Sam Colt made them...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 19, 20183 min read

Declining the Duty of Being Power of Attorney

We have all heard the importance of having a Will. You may also have heard about the importance and benefits of assigning a power of...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Sep 29, 20182 min read

Top 5 Reasons a Will May Be Invalid

With so much information about estate planning readily available on the internet, some individuals may find it convenient to download a...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Sep 22, 20182 min read

Starting the Long-Term Care Planning Process

These days, people are living longer and longer. Growing older is a fact of life, and yet many families are not prepared to face the...

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How to Transfer Your Home Without Jeopardizing Your Medicaid Eligibility

Kimberly Hegwood

Feb 27, 20182 min read

How to Transfer Your Home Without Jeopardizing Your Medicaid Eligibility

There are many Long-Term Care Medicaid Rules in place which help pay for senior’s care costs. However, it is important for those...

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What to Expect During Probate When There Isn’t a Will

Kimberly Hegwood

Feb 22, 20182 min read

What to Expect During Probate When There Isn’t a Will

Most people know about a last will and testament that helps transfer assets from an individual who has passed away to their listed...

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Texas Lady Bird Deed Vs. Transfer on Death Deed

Kimberly Hegwood

Feb 14, 20183 min read

Texas Lady Bird Deed Vs. Transfer on Death Deed

There are so many adults today who don’t take the time to create their last will and testament , and their loved ones are forced to learn...

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Long-Term Care Facilities Required to Request Guardianship Orders

Kimberly Hegwood

Feb 5, 20182 min read

Long-Term Care Facilities Required to Request Guardianship Orders

When a loved one becomes mentally or physically incapacitated and unfit to care for themselves on their own it is a devastating issue...

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What Are the Advantages of A Retirement Trust?

Kimberly Hegwood

Jan 30, 20182 min read

What Are the Advantages of A Retirement Trust?

Saving for retirement is often a delicate topic for many people. Whether they are worried about when to save, how much to save, or how to...

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Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) Requires Emergency Preparedness Programs to Be Accessible to Those

Kimberly Hegwood

Jan 24, 20182 min read

Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) Requires Emergency Preparedness Programs to Be Accessible to Those

One of the many responsibilities of local government is to make sure that their citizens are safe and protected from harm. Recent events...

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Kimberly Hegwood

Jan 15, 20183 min read

Dividing Assets When Divorcing

While no one ever sets out to plan to get divorced, divorces are increasingly common in the United States today. When divorce happens,...

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Trusts Can Protect Your Heirs from Themselves

Kimberly Hegwood

Jan 11, 20182 min read

Trusts Can Protect Your Heirs from Themselves

How Can a Trust Help? Trusts are a legal way to help protect heirs when they receive a sizable amount of money so that they can make...

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Important Steps to Complete a Medicaid Application

Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 29, 20173 min read

Important Steps to Complete a Medicaid Application

For years, Medicaid has been helping countless people get the care that they deserve. This state-administered program was designed...

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Understanding the Guardianship Process For a Loved One With Disabilities

Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 21, 20172 min read

Understanding the Guardianship Process For a Loved One With Disabilities

If you are caring for a loved one with disabilities who is currently under the age of 18, the idea of them reaching adulthood may seem...

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Essential Tips for Talking to Your Loved One About Your Estate Plan

Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 13, 20173 min read

Essential Tips for Talking to Your Loved One About Your Estate Plan

Creating an estate plan for you and your spouse can often be a challenge. You want to make sure that your loved ones are taken care of...

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Preparing an Inheritance for Your Child With Disabilities

Kimberly Hegwood

Nov 8, 20172 min read

Preparing an Inheritance for Your Child With Disabilities

Inheritances One of the biggest questions that parents of children with disabilities tend to have revolves around inheritances. While an...

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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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Navigating Long-Term Care Insurance with Your Houston Elder Lawyer

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 24, 20172 min read

Navigating Long-Term Care Insurance with Your Houston Elder Lawyer

In our modern era, Americans are living longer, fuller lives. We are fortunate to be getting more and more quality years in the typical...

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Choosing Legal Guardians for Kids When Mom and Dad are Divorced | Houston Wills Lawyer

Kimberly Hegwood

Oct 13, 20172 min read

Choosing Legal Guardians for Kids When Mom and Dad are Divorced | Houston Wills Lawyer

As a Houston wills lawyer, I cannot state emphatically enough how important it is for all parents to create a comprehensive plan that...

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