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Birds and Bees? Yes! Bequests? Probably not. From Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
It’s considered good parenting to talk to your children about “the birds and the bees.” But many parents are reluctant to provide them a financial education. According to...
Sometimes, Two Heads Are Better Than One (and Sometimes, Three is Still Better) From Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
We all rely on our friends, family, and colleagues to help us through life’s challenges. These trusted individuals can also be incredibly important when setting up an estate...
HIPAA: An Overview for Young Adults From Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
The Federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) was enacted to provide guidelines to the healthcare industry for protecting patient information and privacy. For minors,...
The Role of an Agent Under a Power of Attorney: A Primer, from Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
For most people, the phrase “power of attorney” means very little. Even for those educated on the subject, it is easy to forget exactly who serves what role...
Home DNA Tests – A Bump in Your Estate Plan From Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
Discovering your ancestry can be both fun and fascinating. At-home DNA tests have grown in popularity in recent years. Often given as a unique gift for loved ones,...
Kids Going Away To College? Why You Should Include Estate Planning in the Preparation, from Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
You may have been running around for weeks, getting your new college student off to school. It’s exhilarating, and your heart likely is bursting at the seams. You’re...
Being Deployed? You Need a Family Care Plan, from Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
You are in the military, you just received your orders, and you will be deployed shortly. No matter the time frame, it's a good time to make sure...
Estate Planning for Military Families from Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
No matter the time of year, it is always a good opportunity for members of the military and their loved ones to consider setting up — or revising...
Will vs. Trust: Which is Right for You? from Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
When you sit down to create your estate plan, there are likely dozens of questions running through your mind. Who should get possession of your home? Who should...
Can I Make a Video Will? from Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
In the golden age of the smartphone, you’re never far from a camera. This has made the sharing of videos and photos easier than ever before. Easy access...
