Expert guides, practical tips, and the latest updates on probate and estate settlement.154 in-depth guides • 66 blog posts
Texas executors named in a will are usually exempt from posting a probate bond. Learn when bond is required under Texas Estates Code § 305.001, how to get one, how much it costs, and how to waive it in your will.
Texas community property rules explained for families handling an estate. Learn what counts as community or separate property, how it passes at death, and how CPWROS agreements work.
Texas probate creditor claims explained. Learn the 4-month notice period under Texas Estates Code §§ 355.001–355.201, how executors evaluate claims, payment priority, and how to protect the estate.
Texas Estates Code § 355.102 sets the order in which estate debts must be paid. Learn the 7 priority classes, what happens when the estate is insolvent, and the personal liability risk executors face for paying in the wrong order.
Texas RUFADAA guide. Learn how executors and trustees access digital assets under Texas Estates Code Chapter 2001, what counts as a digital asset, cryptocurrency considerations, and platform-specific tools like Facebook Legacy Contact.
Estate planning in Texas starts with 5 core documents: a will, financial POA, medical POA, advance directive, and HIPAA authorization. Learn what each does, when to update your plan, and when to hire an attorney.
Federal estate tax applies to large Texas estates. Learn the 2025–2026 exemption amounts, portability election, what assets are included, and strategies to minimize estate taxes.
Texas executor compensation under Texas Estates Code § 352.001. Learn how the 5% commission is calculated, what assets are excluded, when courts reduce fees, and how executor pay differs from attorney fees.
Texas executors must file an inventory within 90 days and account to beneficiaries under Texas Estates Code § 404.001. Learn what goes in an accounting, when one can be demanded, and how to close the estate.
Texas does not require an attorney for probate. Learn when pro se probate is feasible, what self-help resources are available, and the common mistakes to avoid when handling Texas probate on your own.
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