Ask any estate planning attorney and many will admit a main goal of clients it to avoid probate. Even in states where the process is quicker and easier, probate tends to remain something of a boogeyman. Today, many people use tools such as revocable living trust instead of a will, joint ownership, or beneficiary designation as […]
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Being Deployed? Here Is What You Need to Do from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
You have just received your orders, and you will be deployed shortly. No matter how soon you are leaving, there is still time to ensure that your affairs are in order. Review or Prepare a Family Care Plan. Regardless of the branch of the military in which you are serving, you may be required to […]
Estate Tax Exemption Increased to $15 million in 2026 by Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
Beginning January 1st, 2026, the federal estate tax exemption will rise to $15 million per individual and $30 million for couples filing jointly due to the enactment of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” under the Trump Administration. This marks a change that individuals should be aware of as the current estate tax exemption is […]
Planning for Real Estate in a Foreign Country from Austin Estate Planning Attorney Liz Nielsen
The allure of a foreign land—perhaps where the weather is milder, the pace of life slower, and the cost of living lower—is a dream for many Americans who want to escape our country’s fast-paced, high-cost living. That dream can become a reality, and a tangible investment, for Americans who purchase a home overseas. Wealthy individuals […]