When someone dies in Texas, their estate will typically require work from an executor, which Texas code refers to as the personal representative of the estate. As the representative of a Texas estate, you have to meet certain criteria to take on the role in the first...

Some people age so well that the years hardly seem to matter at all. Others experienced a sharp decline in mental acuity shortly after they retire. Factors ranging from underlying health issues and family genetics to personality may influence the experiences people...

Never assume that estate planning is done once you get the plan filed. It is complete, but it’s not done, per se. You still need to consider updating your plan at certain times in your life. Do not just set it and forget it. But when should you update it? Here are a...

Trying to set up child custody during your separation and following your divorce can be tough. Child custody is a difficult topic to discuss, especially when emotions are running high. There are some steps you can take to make custody planning easier, though. Some...

Most people in Texas start dating again after they finalize their divorce case. Some people even start dating while they're going through a divorce. This might sound harmless, but if possible, it's best to hold off on dating until after you've closed your divorce...

Texas residents know that dealing with a divorce is hard. Dealing with a contested divorce is even harder. Divorces by their nature are very difficult on spouses because they signify the death of their union. In an uncontested divorce, the legal process goes through...

Couples who get divorced usually do so because they no longer want to live together. That does not mean you don't want to live with your children. Many Texas parents remain in the same home together for years solely because they do not want to be away from their kids....

Tough times will hit most people, and they usually call for a change in how you use money each month. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce or put on hold certain debt in Texas and across the country. But what about child support? Children need funds to eat and live,...

When you first started paying child support in Texas, the amount hopefully fit your budget. But if you experience a sudden drop in income, you might find that you can't afford to make the same child support payments anymore. Can you get your child support payments...

Going through a divorce leads changes many people's lives. Texas families may contend with scheduling and other responsibilities related to visitation rights. Parents might find some unexpected troubles arise when confusion exists over picking up and dropping off the...