Ruth-Ann E. Toups
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
Oct 18, 20182 min read
Everyone Needs a Will
We have said it before, and we will say it again, everyone needs a will. Old or young, rich or poor, sick or healthy—everyone needs a...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Oct 11, 20182 min read
What is an Estate Plan?
Recently, I was talking to someone I had just met and when I told them I am an estate planning attorney their response was "I don't need...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Oct 4, 20181 min read
Why Everyone Needs a Backup
So you picked an executor/trustee/power of attorney, congratulations! Now it’s time to choose at least two backups. My clients often get...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Sep 27, 20183 min read
Is a Corporate Trustee Right for Me?
Previously on the blog, we wrote about how to choose a fiduciary. To recap, a fiduciary is someone that you allow to act on your behalf....
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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
Sep 5, 20183 min read
What You Need to Know About Beneficiaries and Your Employee Benefits
When you start a job, you sit down on your first day with HR and sign a bunch of paperwork that explains your employee benefits. Often,...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Aug 30, 20183 min read
September is the New January – 5 Things You Should Do Before 2018 Ends
Summer is over. The school year has begun, and suddenly the year feels new again. When I recently heard the phrase “September is the new...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Aug 23, 20183 min read
Myth: I don’t need a will. Everything will go to my spouse when I die.
One of the main misconceptions I hear from clients is that they don’t think they need a will because everything is going to go to their...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Aug 2, 20182 min read
5 Things To Do Before School Starts
August can often feel like the busiest month of the year. Last minute summer vacations, finishing summer projects, and dreaded...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jul 27, 20183 min read
Are These Common Excuses Keeping You From Writing Your Will?
1. I don’t have enough money to need a will. No we aren’t all millionaires or even close. In fact, 48% of Americans live...
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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 9, 20184 min read
Getting Your Will Done Online? Read this First.
We live in the age of electronic ease. For every problem we face, an app is right there to solve it. And, for every question we have,...
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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 25, 20183 min read
Summer is the Best Season to Write Your Will
We have made it to middle of summer. It’s the sweetest time of year. It is a season of rest, fun with family, and that sweet summer...
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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
Jun 11, 20181 min read
Take Time to Take Inventory
Do you have that one closet that never seems to stay organized? No matter how often you straighten it more things seem to find their way...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jun 7, 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
Jun 4, 20182 min read
Your Disaster Plan Checklist
Bottled Water - Check Extra Batteries - Check Closed Toed Shoes - Check Pet Crates - Check Important Documents - ? As hurricane season...
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Ruth-Ann E. Toups
May 31, 20182 min read
Why Your College Student May Need a Lawyer
If your child or grandchild is headed to campus this fall, they may first want to spend a few minutes with a lawyer. Yes, even if they...
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