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What is a Trust and Why Would I Need One?
Trusts are commonly thought to be complicated, but in reality trusts are often used to simplify matters. Think of a trust as a bucket. If...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jul 19, 20182 min read


3 Mistakes to Avoid When Talking to Your Kids About Your Estate Plan
A recently published study claimed that while nearly three-fourths of parents thought they had discussed their estate plan with their...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jul 2, 20182 min read


Why Texas Has Two Powers of Attorney
You know you need a power of attorney, but did you know you need two? Although there are many different types of powers of attorney, in...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Jun 18, 20182 min read


Three Reasons Why Everyone Needs a Power of Attorney
We often think powers of attorney are only for our aging parents, but many younger individuals discount their own need for a power of...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
May 29, 20182 min read


Don't Spend Your Retirement on Mom's Nursing Home
Mom and Dad saved for retirement. Each month, they diligently contributed. After they retired, they received social security and even a...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
May 24, 20182 min read


Why You May Need an Attorney to Help You Apply for Medicaid
Medicaid is a complex public benefit that many elderly individuals rely on to help pay for long-term care. Medicaid can be a wonderful...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Apr 12, 20182 min read
Let’s Talk Deeds: Lady Bird Deed vs. Transfer on Death Deed
There are many types of deeds out there. Two types of deeds that have been getting a lot of attention in the estate-planning world are...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Apr 2, 20183 min read


What is the Difference Between Medicare and Medicaid?
Have you ever been confused about the difference between Medicare and Medicaid? It can be difficult to navigate the many different...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Mar 12, 20182 min read


Why You Need a Team
Have you ever Googled something and either received a wrong answer or so many different answers that you are not sure which one is right...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Mar 5, 20182 min read


What is Elder Law?
When I share that I am an elder law attorney, I am often asked what exactly that means. The role of an elder law attorney encompasses...

Ruth-Ann E. Toups
Mar 2, 20182 min read
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