Wills vs. Trusts in Texas

Wills vs. Trusts in Texas

Free Downloadable Guide

Not sure whether a will or a trust is right for your family? This plain-English guide breaks down how each tool works in Texas, when each makes sense, and what happens if you choose the wrong one.

Written by

Antoinette Bone

Estate Planning Attorney

About The Author: Antoinette Bone

Antoinette Bone

Antoinette Bone

Estate Planning, Probate, and Guardianship,

and Asset Protection Attorney

At The Praxis Legacy Law ™, we help grieving families settle the affairs of their loved ones and transfer wealth by guiding them through Probate and Trust administration process. We are your Probate Easy button.

Probate is a much more involved process than most people realize. And dying without a Will adds cost and, many times, complications to what could be a straightforward process. On the other hand, while having a Will helps the process be more streamlined, there are still many tasks that must be accomplished.

When someone dies and the living are faced with the overwhelming task of wrapping up the affairs of their family member or friend, I am there to guide them and do all the heavy lifting.

I am a former Air Force JAG officer who is a certified Attorney and Guardian Ad Litem. I love being able to touch the lives of others in this impactful way. Allow me to be your probate easy button. Our office is located in the heart of the DFW metroplex, Euless, TX.

What You'll Learn

In This Book You'll Discover

Everything you need to know to navigate the probate process with confidence

How a Will Works in Texas

Understand what a will actually does — and what it doesn't. Learn why a well-drafted will is still essential even if you also have a trust.

How a Living Trust Works

Discover how a revocable living trust can help your family avoid probate, simplify incapacity planning, and keep your affairs private.

The Funding Problem

Find out why an unfunded trust is almost as bad as having no plan at all — and what it means to properly fund your trust.

Guardianship Nominations

Learn why a will is the only place to name a guardian for your minor children — and why that alone can be reason enough to have one.

Cost & Complexity Comparison

Get a clear side-by-side look at the cost, complexity, and maintenance involved in each option so you can make an informed decision.

Texas-Specific Considerations

Understand how Texas community property rules, independent administration, and the muniment of title process affect your planning choices.

Which Is Right for You?

Walk through the key questions that help determine which tool — or combination of tools — fits your family's goals and situation.

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