Our attorneys in McAllen state; in estate planning, a living trust is a document that essentially helps manage your possessions. One important function is it allows you to name a trustee who can make decisions about your property on your behalf. If you were to fall ill or suffered an accident, this trustee would be... read more
What is one area our McAllen law firm recommends people reconsider in their estate planning process? People often double-check their checking or saving accounts to determine how much money they can pass down to their loved ones. Unfortunately, there are two crucial factors many people fail to double-check: taxes on their property or current debt.... read more
So, you’re ready to draft a will and so far, the process has been seamless. You’ve chosen the family members you want to distribute your assets to and signed the papers. That should be it, right? Unfortunately, the estate planning process does not end when you draft the will. In fact, there are some very... read more
We get it – estate planning with a law firm is something reserved for people in near-retirement age at the youngest. Except, this statement isn’t true at all! In fact, the legal age in Texas to write a will is 18! At Fryer and Hansen, we understand the reservations young people have about planning their... read more
When you prepare your will, you’re essentially taking inventory of everything you’ve done in your life. This ranges from the assets you’ve amassed to the relationships you’ve created. It can be a daunting experience and cause issues if done wrong. Our McAllen estate planning lawyers of Fryer and Hansen know how imperative an adequately written... read more
If you recently decided you would like to begin your estate planning process with the help of a lawyer, Fryer and Hansen would be honored to help! Our estate planning lawyers in McAllen has built a reputation for professionalism, devotion to our clients, and a personal touch that helps make the process easier. As you... read more
Today’s world is all about doing things on your own. A DIY project is a point of great pride and the perfect way to learn how to do just about anything. Though, we have to ask: Should you really rely on a Google search or a YouTube video to create your end-of-life documents – that... read more
Divorces are perhaps one of the most challenging situations individuals can go through. They're expensive, emotionally draining, and can often turn ugly. Understandably, when people begin their divorce proceedings, they have little time to focus on anything else. However, their estate plan should be a high priority. The estate planning attorneys at Fryer and Hansen... read more
We genuinely understand—nobody likes to have a conversation about death. It’s a cryptic topic, especially if you’re young, healthy, and just beginning to build your life together. The last thing you’d want to do is make an estate plan. However, think about what would happen if you weren’t around anymore. What would happen to your... read more
For the most part there’s always a “perfect time of the year” to do just about anything, right? If you’re going to clean the house, spring is the go-to season. If you’re going to do some heavy-duty shopping, tax-free weekend is the time. So, is there a prime season to work with an estate planning... read more