Opening Probate from Out of State: Texas Guide
Can a nonresident open probate in Texas? FAQ and step‑by‑step guide Disclaimer: This is educational information only and not legal advice. Laws change and situations differ. Consult a licensed Texas attorney for guidance about your specific situation. Short answer Yes. If the decedent had a connection to Texas (lived here when they died or owned […]
Read article →Texas: How to File and Record a New Deed After a Spouse Dies So a Child Becomes Owner
Step-by-step guide to transferring real property title after a spouse dies (Texas) This FAQ-style guide explains the common steps people take in Texas to file and record a deed so a child becomes the owner after a spouse’s death. It explains typical legal paths, documents you’ll need, and practical next steps. This is general information, […]
Read article →Settling a Parent’s Estate with Out‑of‑State Property — Texas Probate FAQ
Settling a Parent’s Estate with Out‑of‑State Property — A Texas FAQ Detailed answer This FAQ explains the main steps a Texas personal representative (executor or administrator) commonly takes when settling a parent’s estate that includes property located in another state. It covers how Texas probate works, how out‑of‑state real and personal property are usually handled, […]
Read article →Transfer-on-Death Deeds and Payable-on-Death Accounts in Texas: When a Will Is Not Enough
Quick answer and overview Short answer Short answer: A will that leaves all property to your daughter does not automatically make transfer-on-death (TOD) deeds or payable-on-death (POD) designations unnecessary. A will controls only assets that pass through probate. Many common assets bypass probate and instead transfer by title, beneficiary designation, or separate statutory devices. If […]
Read article →Can a Co‑Heir Be Required to Reimburse an Appraisal Before an Estate Buyout? — Texas
Can a Co‑Heir Be Required to Reimburse an Appraisal Before an Estate Buyout? (Texas) Short answer: Usually no—unless you have an agreement, a court order, or a specific probate rule that says otherwise. In Texas, the party who arranges and pays for a private appraisal generally bears that cost unless the co‑heir agrees to share […]
Read article →Transferring a Deceased Parent’s Home to Heirs in Texas: What You Need to Know
Detailed Answer — How to transfer a decedent’s home to heirs under Texas law This article explains, in plain language, the common ways a house moves from a parent who died without a will into the names of the children (and other heirs) in Texas. It summarizes practical steps, legal paths, and when you likely […]
Read article →How to Take Over a Deceased Parent’s Mortgage in Texas — Steps, Risks, and Next Steps
Taking Over a Deceased Parent’s Home Loan in Texas: A Clear, Practical Guide Detailed Answer If your parent owned a house and left behind a mortgage, “taking over” that mortgage usually involves two separate legal issues: (1) who becomes the owner of the house (title), and (2) whether the mortgage lender will allow you to […]
Read article →Proving Paternity for Inheritance in Texas
Proving You Are Your Father’s Child for Inheritance in Texas Short answer: In Texas you can prove a parent–child relationship for inheritance by establishing paternity either voluntarily (an acknowledgment) or through a court proceeding that may include DNA testing and other evidence. If your father is deceased, you may bring an action in court (or […]
Read article →Protecting Your Inheritance in Texas When a Family Member Contests an Estate
Protecting an Inheritance in Texas When a Family Member Contests an Estate Short summary: This article explains practical steps and legal tools under Texas law you can use to protect an inheritance if someone contests an estate. It is general information only and not legal advice. Detailed answer — how to protect an inheritance in […]
Read article →How to Get Appointed Administrator of an Intestate Estate in Texas
How to Become the Administrator of an Intestate Estate in Texas Short answer: If your sister died without a will in Texas, you can ask the probate court in the county where she lived to appoint you as the personal representative (often called an administrator or independent executor). You must file an application for letters […]
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