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 your affairs are in order. Review or prepare a Family Care Plan before deployment Regardless of the branch of the military in which you are serving, you […]
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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 run the family business? Do you want to create a college fund for your grandkids? What charity should you donate to? The options can be dizzying. Before […]
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 to a quality camera has led many people to wonder: can I make a video will? More importantly, folks are curious about whether such a “will” can […]
Lifetime QTIP Trusts – The Gift That Keeps Giving from Austin Estate Planning Lawyer Liz Nielsen
Estate planning for married couples can be tricky when one spouse is significantly wealthier than the other, and each spouse wants different beneficiaries to ultimately inherit his or her estate. One solution to this problem is the Lifetime QTIP Trust. What is a Lifetime QTIP Trust? One traditional estate planning model for married couples makes […]