As you prepare your estate plan, you probably have strong feelings about what should happen to your assets after your death. Because you will not be around to see your plan through, it is essential that you appoint an executor to carry out your wishes. Choosing the...
When testators make changes to a will, those impacted by the change may fear their loved one made modifications because of undue influence. Knowing the answers to these frequently asked questions about undue influence might help beneficiaries understand how to...
If you are facing relentless bill collectors, have bills that you cannot pay, or have fallen behind on your mortgage, declaring bankruptcy might be your answer. Bankruptcy can stop the collection calls, reduce or eliminate your debts and save your home. Bankruptcy can...
When you owe creditors money you expect that they will contact you in order to collect the debt. Written notices and phone calls are reasonable expectations. But at some point, regular attempts at collection cross the line into harassment. The law defines that line...
Current laws make it difficult for student borrowers to discharge student debt during bankruptcy proceedings, but thanks to reform efforts, this could change under the Biden administration. The requirements in place for a discharge on student loans include proof of...
In Texas, most estates go through probate. Even with a will, receiving the deceased's inheritance usually requires processing through the courts. However, Texas does not consider every asset to be a probate asset. According to Texas Estate Codes, certain agreements,...
In bankruptcy, the courts review your assets to determine your ability to pay back your debts. If you have money set aside in retirement accounts, funds are usually safeguarded from your creditors because of the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act...
The probate process can take several months to over a year to execute. Because no two states are the same, the length of time it takes to complete probate varies on a case-by-case basis. However, the presence of numerous factors is very likely to cause delays in the...
If you are struggling with overwhelming debt, you may feel you have no options left. Like many Americans, you may think of bankruptcy as a last-resort option that will mean losing your home, your car and any chance of rebuilding your credit. However, state and federal...
You may hear the word probate and associate it with a will but know nothing else about it. Probate is a legal process whereby a will goes through the court to ensure things happen, as you stated. If your estate qualifies for probate, your family may have to wait...
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