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How to Write a Texas Small Estate Affidavit Without Probate in 2026: Step-by-Step Requirements and Common Mistakes

Texas lets heirs transfer many estates with a Small Estate Affidavit when the probate estate is $75,000 or less (excluding homestead and exempt property). This shortcut can avoid a full probate case in many counties, but only if strict statutory requirements and filing steps are followed. This article explains 2026 eligibility, how to draft and […]

How to Protect Stepchildren in a Texas Estate Plan When the Biological Parent Dies First

Blended Family Issues / Jack Gilbert

In Texas, stepchildren do not automatically inherit under intestacy unless they are legally adopted. That gap can unintentionally disinherit a spouse’s children from a prior relationship when the biological parent dies first. This article explains Texas-specific estate planning tools attorneys use to protect stepchildren, including trusts, beneficiary designations, and careful titling. Why stepchildren are uniquely

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