It is time of year again, Sam Houston State University Fall semester has begun. With the start of a new Fall semester, there is a flurry of activity with regard to rental property. Whether you own an apartment complex, rent house(s) or just rent a garage apartment, there are some things you should consider as …
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Again, this week I am writing about information that might be beneficial if you have a farm, ranch or rural property for hunting. Heck, it might even apply if you raise vegetables to sell at the Saturday Farmers Market in front of O’Reilly Auto Parts. The Texas Legislature addressed a few right to farm topics …
Risk of Neglecting Your Estate Plan The information in this column is not intended as legal advice but to provide a general understanding of the law. Any readers with a legal problem, including those whose questions are addressed here, should consult an attorney for advice on their particular circumstances. Life is unpredictable and certain events …
While it has been several years since the presence of “landmen” in Walker County, I am often ask about mineral interest and a landowner’s rights whether it is a proposed oil and gas lease or the sale of real estate. So, I thought this a good subject for this week’s column. If you own real …
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Attorneys often face co-ownership issues when advising on inheritance and probate avoidance. Inheritance in such cases may be determined by express language in a deed or a last will and testament, or in the absence of either, by intestacy provisions of the Estates Code. In some circumstances a co-owner may have no survivorship rights at all.
“THE LEGAL CORNER” By Sam A. Moak Estate Planning with Business Entities The information in this column is not intended as legal advice but to provide a general understanding of the law. Any readers with a legal problem, including those whose questions are addressed here, should consult an attorney for advice on their particular circumstance. …
“THE LEGAL CORNER” By Sam A. Moak Seek Advice Before Signing Oil & Gas Leases The information in this column is not intended as legal advice but to provide a general understanding of the law. Any readers with a legal problem, including those whose questions are addressed here, should consult an attorney for advice on …
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“THE LEGAL CORNER” By Sam A. Moak TAX CREDITS FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION The information in this column is not intended as legal advice but to provide a general understanding of the law. Any readers with a legal problem, including those whose questions are addressed here, should consult an attorney for advice on their particular circumstance. …
