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Beyond Graduation: Why Powers of Attorney Matter for Your College-Bound Teen

As a parent, sending your child off to college is a momentous occasion. It’s a time filled with excitement, pride, and perhaps a touch of anxiety. While you’re busy preparing your teenager with all the essentials for their dorm room and ensuring they have the right classes, one crucial legal aspect often gets overlooked: securing

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Co-Owned Bank Accounts and Divorce: Is Your Parent’s Money at Risk? Insights from a Cedar Park Estate Planning Lawyers

Look, I see this all the time in my practice. Your mom or dad adds you to their bank account thinking they’re being smart, then bam! You get divorced, and suddenly your ex is eyeing your parent’s life savings. It’s a mess that nobody thinks about until it’s too late.  Here’s the deal: Parents put

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Special Needs Trusts Under Texas Law: Protecting Disability Funds

Special Needs Trusts Under Texas Law: Protecting Disability Funds Navigating the world of estate planning can be complex, especially when it comes to providing for the future of a loved one with special needs. In Texas, as in many other states, creating a Special Needs Trust (SNT) can be a crucial component of securing their

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Selling a House in Central Texas: Your Legal Obligations When Disclosing Property Conditions

Selling your home can be a significant life event, and as a seller, you want the process to go as smoothly as possible. However, there are crucial legal obligations you must meet when it comes to disclosing your property’s condition. In this guide, we’ll explore the ins and outs of selling a house in Central

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Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act: A Guide for Small Business Owners

In the ever-evolving landscape of regulations and compliance, staying informed is crucial for small business owners to safeguard their operations and maintain transparency. With the enactment of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) in 2021, a new regulatory framework has been set in motion, impacting businesses across the United States. At Silverleaf Legal Group, PLLC, we

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Powers of Attorney: Helping Clients Plan for Incapacity

When it comes to estate planning, most people focus on what happens after they pass away. But there’s an equally crucial aspect that often goes overlooked—planning for incapacity. None of us can predict when or if we’ll become unable to make decisions for ourselves due to illness, injury, or age-related issues. That’s where powers of

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Revocable Trusts: When a Trust is the Right Estate Planning Tool for Clients

Estate planning is a profoundly personal journey, and the tools we use must align with the unique goals and circumstances of each client. One such tool that often finds its place in the estate planning landscape is the revocable trust. As an experienced estate attorney with over fifteen years of practice, I’ve witnessed the transformative

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