Most people understand that having an estate plan benefits them and their loved ones. However, many individuals do not initiate the estate planning process because they do not fully understand the nuances of the core estate planning tools such as wills or trusts, additionally they do not understand the full implications of dying without either […]
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Pros and Cons of Naming Many Residuary Beneficiaries in a Will or Trust from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
You have meticulously created your estate plan to ensure that it includes and addresses all of your most important assets (accounts and property). You have reviewed your asset list repeatedly, and everything seems to be accounted for. But what if you have forgotten something? Are you willing to update your plan every time you acquire […]
What Conditions Can I Put on My Child’s Inheritance? by Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
Ask any parent about their goals for estate planning, and their first answer will be their wish to provide for their children. This goal is most effectively accomplished through an estate plan where parents can officially and formally express their wishes and intentions for providing for said children. There are two primary options for leaving […]
To the Millennials: The Time to Plan Is Now from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
As a millennial, you are contributing to the workforce in a major way and are making positive changes in the world around you. We understand that your concerns may differ from someone of a different generation, and we are here to help you craft an estate plan that protects your future and addresses the things […]