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What Is a Warranty Deed in TX?

If you’re buying or selling real estate in the Lone Star State, you’ll likely come across a document called a warranty deed. You may be wondering: What is a warranty deed in TX?  Why does it matter? How does it affect your rights? In simple terms, a warranty deed is a promise. It guarantees that the person selling the...

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Buy-Sell Agreements in Texas—An Overview

You and your business partners put together an idea to make money, and you worked to make that idea come true. To achieve success, you had to pay attention to the details. However, remarkably few small business owners account for the future of the business’s ownership and continuity. A good buy-sell agreement does just that. In this guide, we...

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Understanding Business Defamation in Texas

A business’s reputation can lead to either great success or complete failure. Now, when a disparaging comment can be made instantly online and dispersed to thousands, your business may suffer significant harm with the click of a button. When someone makes a false claim about your business, you want to do as much as you can to protect your...

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What Makes a Will Valid in Texas?

All adults should have a will. It’s important to know what makes a will valid in Texas. Your Texas last will and testament allows you, rather than the state, to determine what should happen to your assets if you pass away. But if you do not follow Texas will requirements, the document will not be valid.  Key Takeaways All...

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When to Start Estate Planning: A Guide to Texas Estate Law

If you have lost a loved one before, you know just how difficult it can be to manage their estate and affairs in the aftermath of their passing. Matters can become even more complicated if your loved one did not leave behind a comprehensive estate plan.  Everyone will die someday—this is just an unavoidable fact of life. And while...

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How to Buy a Medical Practice in Texas [Step by Step]

This is a step-by-step guide on How to Buy a Medical Practice in Texas. Purchasing a practice is an incredible undertaking and a complex process. In this guide, you will learn how to acquire a medical practice and better understand the factors you should consider before making a final buying decision. Whether you want to expand your current practice...

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| Read Time: 8 minutes | Healthcare Business Law

How to Sell a Medical Practice in Texas: Step by Step Guide

This comprehensive guide explains how to Sell a Medical Practice in Texas. We will review the most important things to consider before you move forward with your decision. A physician may sell their medical practice for a variety of reasons. For some, a well-deserved retirement is on the horizon, while others may be seeking a better opportunity elsewhere. A...

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5 Most Common Probate Disputes and How to Avoid Them

Probate disputes can complicate the already emotional process of managing a loved one’s final affairs after their death. These conflicts can arise when beneficiaries—those left something in the will or entitled to something under the law—disagree about estate management or distribution. Fortunately, proactive planning and informed decision-making can minimize these issues.  At Massingill, we simplify complex legal matters so...

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What Is Ancillary Probate and When Is It Required?

In the quiet moments after the loss of a loved one, you are not just grieving; you are piecing together the story of a life through stacks of papers and old files. Your focus is on honoring their memory and supporting your family. Then, you find it: a deed to a vacation home near Austin or mineral rights to...

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How Long Does Ancillary Probate Take?

You are handling the final affairs for a loved one, a complicated task that requires patience and focus. Just as you begin to get a handle on the primary estate administration, you learn that the real estate they owned in Texas requires a separate court process. This news is often immensely frustrating. You are already grieving, and the thought...

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