Ruth-Ann E. Toups
How Should I Store my Estate Planning Documents?
Do you know where your estate planning documents are? What's the best location to store your documents?
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Mar 112 min read
When Should I Update my Estate Planning Documents?
There are a few times that you should consider updating your will or trust.
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Oct 23, 20194 min read
Five Scary Estate Planning Mistakes That Will Leave Your Loved Ones Haunted
Come October witches, ghosts, and scary faces start popping up all over the place. No pharmacy or front yard is safe! While we may enjoy...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Feb 21, 20192 min read
Four Important Steps to Take Before Downsizing
This year, I am proud to partner with other knowledgeable business owners to bring community members our “Downsizing Workshop.” These...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jan 25, 20192 min read
In Our First Year
Next week, The Toups Law Firm will celebrate our first anniversary of being in business. Anyone that has started a business understands...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jan 17, 20192 min read
3 Reasons to Update Your Will
So, you have an old will; does it need to be updated? There is no hard and fast rule that every x number of years you should update your...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Dec 6, 20183 min read
Five Things You Will Leave That Are More Important Than Money
Most of estate planning involves very serious matters like where your assets will go when you pass away and who would take care of the...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Nov 15, 20182 min read
Is Guardianship Relevant to Me?
A declaration of guardian document allows you to indicate who your guardian would be in the rare scenario that you ever need a guardian....
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Nov 8, 20182 min read
Understanding Your Advance Directive
In my experience, one of the least understood estate planning documents is an advance directive to physicians. This might be because the...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Oct 30, 20181 min read
What is a Medical Power of Attorney and Why Do I Need One?
A medical power of attorney allows the person of your choice to make medical decisions on your behalf, if you are unable to do so. This...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Oct 25, 20181 min read
What is a Durable Power of Attorney and Why Do I Need One?
A durable power of attorney—or a statutory durable power of attorney—allows the person of your choice to handle financial, legal, and...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Sep 20, 20183 min read
How to Choose Someone to Act On Your Behalf
First and foremost, someone you allow to act on your behalf is generally called a fiduciary. When you plan your estate you choose several...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Aug 13, 20182 min read
Navigating the Long Term Care Maze
Mom started having some troubles last year. At first, you and your sister were able to go visit her a few days a week and make things...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jul 19, 20182 min read
What is a Trust and Why Would I Need One?
Trusts are commonly thought to be complicated, but in reality trusts are often used to simplify matters. Think of a trust as a bucket. If...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jul 2, 20182 min read
3 Mistakes to Avoid When Talking to Your Kids About Your Estate Plan
A recently published study claimed that while nearly three-fourths of parents thought they had discussed their estate plan with their...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jun 18, 20182 min read
Why Texas Has Two Powers of Attorney
You know you need a power of attorney, but did you know you need two? Although there are many different types of powers of attorney, in...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
May 29, 20182 min read
Three Reasons Why Everyone Needs a Power of Attorney
We often think powers of attorney are only for our aging parents, but many younger individuals discount their own need for a power of...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
May 24, 20182 min read
Don't Spend Your Retirement on Mom's Nursing Home
Mom and Dad saved for retirement. Each month, they diligently contributed. After they retired, they received social security and even a...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Apr 12, 20182 min read
Why You May Need an Attorney to Help You Apply for Medicaid
Medicaid is a complex public benefit that many elderly individuals rely on to help pay for long-term care. Medicaid can be a wonderful...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Apr 2, 20183 min read
Let’s Talk Deeds: Lady Bird Deed vs. Transfer on Death Deed
There are many types of deeds out there. Two types of deeds that have been getting a lot of attention in the estate-planning world are...
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