Real estate is as HOT as the temperatures here in Texas. You hear of property selling before it is on the market. But don’t get in too big of a rush. What if you learned after you spent what is typically the largest expenditure in a person’s life, that your deed was not valid or …
Many of you know that my son, Jacob, was fortunate enough to be one of Texas A&M University’s mascot, Reveille’s caretakers last year. I am an Aggie, Class of ‘88, and thought I knew a lot about Aggieland,, but my appreciation for Reveille and her care grew watching Jacob compete and then care for her. …
Passwords! If you are like me, you hate getting notices you must update or change your password. With the digital world we live in, it seems like we have a million passwords. Electronic passwords are a relatively new concept, but a reality in today’s world. When I was a kid I could remember 100 phone numbers and call …
When planning for retirement, an often overlooked consideration is the cost of long-term care. The principal sources of payment for long term care are personal savings/income, Medicaid, and long-term care insurance. Texas Health and Human Services Commission records indicate the sources of payment for nursing home care nationwide are: Medicaid 52% Private Pay …
Caregivers are an essential part of long-term care for older adults. We are all going to age and most will need some sort of care. However, there are precautions that should be taken. The most well-known form of caregiver is a family member or close friend who takes on the care of a loved …
In the past, a common method of seller financing was through a Contract for Deed. In this transaction the seller and purchaser enter into an agreement that the purchaser will make payments over time and once a certain amount is paid the seller will deed the property to the purchaser. If you have previously or …
The information in this column is not intended as political opinion or promotion but to provide an incentive to VOTE. Well, here we are in the middle of what may be the greatest voter turnout in history. It is exciting to see. For the next 2 weeks you can early vote in the 2020 election …
