Ana's Estate Planning in Texas Blog
Plain-English guidance on wills, trusts, probate, and protecting what matters most, from Ana and Danyal.

Is A Will Actually Worth It For Your Estate?
July | Marin Kirby A last will and testament, or a “will” is a legal document that states how a person wants to distribute property and names an executor to

The Most Common Estate Planning Mistakes Texans Don’t Know They’re Making
July 2026 | Marin Kirby, Andris Heft There are misconceptions about estate planning-which include wills, trusts, and power of attorneys-that could lead to harmful results during your life, or your

Important Estate Planning Documents Parents Need When Children turn 18
Estate Planning is not only something you need as a parent. It’s a wonderful event in a parent’s life when their children turn 18. At

Why You Need Both a Will and a Trust
A will and trust are both essential components of your Texas estate plan. Why do you need a trust if you have a will? Or

What You Need to Know About Creating a Living Trust
A living trust is a legal document that allows you to dictate how your assets will be managed and distributed during your lifetime and after

Estate Planning: Not Just a Wealthy Affair
Estate planning is often misunderstood as a privilege reserved solely for the uber-wealthy. We see it in movies, we hear it on the news; a