“Foul deeds will rise, / Though all the earth o’erwhelm them, to men’s eyes.” — Hamlet (Act 1, Scene 2) Understanding Real Property and Title in Texas Jane purchased a house with 5 acres. She named it “Little Farm.” Little Farm is considered real property. Jane’s ownership of Little Farm meant that she held title to that real property. Transferring Title Through a General Warranty Deed Jane eventually sold Little Farm to David. Her...

This is a true tale of undue influence and its devastating effects on family relationships. Understanding undue influence is critical in estate planning and protecting seniors from manipulation. Orville: A Life of Accomplishments Meet Orville. He had a life full of accomplishments. He had flown planes during World War II, worked for a major airline, and successfully run a small business. Orville and his wife had three daughters: May, June, and Lisa....

Changes on Federal and State Levels Add Up In 2025, some very good things happened for Texas seniors. Here are a few. You may have noticed that many states are piling new taxes on their unwitting residents. Not so in Texas. Thanks to Texans voting favorably on several proposed propositions, multiple constitutional amendments were adopted that directly benefit seniors and families. Major Texas Constitutional Amendments Passed in 2025 New Protections Against Additional Taxes Texas...