When someone passes away, and their estate needs to be distributed among their beneficiaries, instructions for this process are often detailed in their will. The deceased may have named an estate executor to oversee the process. It is the executor’s responsibility to...
Estate Planning And Probate
When is it too late to create a power of attorney?
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Nov 27, 2024 | Estate Planning And Probate
Whether you are looking to appoint someone to make decisions on your behalf or planning for your aging loved one’s future, a power of attorney (POA) can help provide flexibility and security in managing one's personal and financial affairs. You can create a power of...
Why not having a power of attorney could be a mistake
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Nov 12, 2024 | Estate Planning And Probate
A power of attorney (POA) is an essential document for Texans, offering crucial protections and peace of mind. Without one, unexpected events could create significant obstacles, putting families and individuals at risk. Unexpected situations and limited control Life...
What’s the difference between general and durable power of attorney?
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Oct 11, 2024 | Estate Planning And Probate
You likely understand the importance of naming a power of attorney (POA) in your estate plan. Without one, Texas courts will name someone to decide on your behalf. In addition to naming a POA, you must also understand the different types. Short versus long-term...
Springing powers of attorney can round out your Texas estate plan
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Sep 26, 2024 | Estate Planning And Probate
A springing power of attorney is a legal document that grants someone the authority to act on your behalf, but only under specific conditions, such as your incapacitation. In Texas, this type of power of attorney is particularly advantageous for those who want to...
Can you challenge a loved one’s power of attorney in Texas?
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Sep 6, 2024 | Estate Planning And Probate
A power of attorney (POA) is a powerful legal document that grants an agent the authority to make decisions on behalf of the principal – the person executing the document. In most situations, a power of attorney serves a beneficial purpose, but there are certain...
How is a power of attorney different than a living will?
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Aug 26, 2024 | Estate Planning And Probate
As you grow older, you know that there is a chance you could become incapacitated. The odds of suffering from a medical ailment like a stroke or a heart attack go up, for instance. You could also be injured in a car accident or another catastrophic event. If you are...
Early stage dementia: Health care planning considerations
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Aug 16, 2024 | Estate Planning And Probate
Many factors come into the picture if you’re diagnosed with early-stage dementia. One of the important factors to consider is healthcare planning. This means more than just addressing your current medical needs. One of the difficult aspects of a dementia diagnosis is...
Choosing the right power of attorney: 2 questions to ask
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Jul 15, 2024 | Estate Planning And Probate
A power of attorney is a legal document that grants an agent the ability to make decisions on your behalf. The most common types of powers of attorney are financial powers of attorney and healthcare powers of attorney. A healthcare power of attorney gives the agent...
How do you revoke a power of attorney?
On Behalf of Blazier, Christensen, Browder & Virr, P.C. | Jun 12, 2024 | Estate Planning And Probate
Powers of attorney (POA) are legal documents that authorize one person (the agent) to act on behalf of another (the principal). Powers of attorney can be extremely broad – granting your agent significant ability to access your financial accounts and make legal and...