This is an outline of the unique protections available to an individual’s residence and personal property by what are commonly referred to as the “Texas homestead laws” contained in Art. XVI, Sec. 50 of the Texas Constitution and in Texas Property Code Chapters 41 and 42. The homestead has always been sacred in Texas. Read [...]
Archive for February, 2011
Estate Planning: It’s About So Much More Than Taxes
Last December, President Obama signed the Tax Relief Act of 2010 (TRA 2010) into law. Among its many provisions were several that affected the estate tax, most notably one raising the estate tax exemption to $5 million per person. With the worry of estate taxes removed for so many people, it can be tempting to [...]
How to Finance Wheelchair Accessible Vans
Purchasing a vehicle that is equipped with handicap accessible features or that will be converted can be an overwhelming undertaking. Individuals with varying degrees of mobility will have different requirements. Wheelchair accessible vehicles are quite a bit more expensive than non-accessible vehicles, which means that many people need to finance their investment. Read more Best [...]

