A properly funded trust allows you to avoid probate, minimize taxes, provides organization, maintains control, and provides for yourself and your heirs. In its most simple terms, a trust is a book of instructions wherein you tell your trusted people what to do, when. While there are many types of trusts, the major distinction between […]
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Estate Planning with Minor Children from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
The majority of people associate estate planning with making arrangements for your death. However, estate planning is equally important to ensure that your family is taken care of if you are unable to take care of yourself. The inability to make decisions or care for oneself or a minor child is often referred to as […]
What are Conservation Easements? from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
Over the past few years, conservation easements and the tax benefits available through their use have made headlines in the news. But what are they, how can they benefit you, and what are the requirements? Defining Conservation Easements Conservation easement are typically created when a landowner makes an agreement (known as a “servitude”) with a […]
10 Common Types of Trusts from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
There are a myriad of trusts available, and their varying uses and benefits can make creating the right estate plan can seem daunting. However, that is what we, as estate planning attorneys, do every day. We know that laws and can design the right plan to address your specific situation. Here is an overview of […]