Relevant Information

• How do assets get distributed under the Texas Code if you have no will? Take a look at the chart provided by the Travis County Probate Court,  The Effect of Not Having a Will.
• Where can I find Texas laws?  You can view the Texas Constitution and Statutes online.
• Do you need a living trust? Living trusts are not for everyone.   See some of the common myths at the State Bar of Texas pamphlet, Living Trust Scams and the Senior Consumer
• What is the estate tax?  See the IRS Estate Tax Article
• How does the gift tax work?  See the IRS article on FAQ on the Gift Tax
• Wondering what charities are out there and how they spend their money?  Check out useful information on Charity Navigator or Guide Star.

Professional Organizations and Governmental Agencies

• State Bar of Texas 
• Travis County Probate Court 
• IRS  
  

News and Information

• CNN News
• Austin American Statesman