We are proud to share that McGee Law Firm has been recognized as a Best of BusinessRate 2025 – Estate Planning Attorney for Southlake, Texas, based on Google reviews. This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects feedback directly from the clients we serve every day. Awards like this are not just about a title or a plaque. They represent … Read more
The start of a new year has a way of bringing things into focus. Calendars reset. Goals feel attainable. And many people take time to think about what truly matters—family, security, and peace of mind. For Texas families, the New Year is an ideal time to create or review an estate plan. Not because something is … Read more
Scammers will use any leverage possible to separate you from your money. This includes preying upon a grandparent’s love and concern for their grandchildren. The so-called grandparent scams are among the most popular scams targeting the elderly and rely upon details gleaned from social media sites to make the call seem realistic. It’s important to recognize the signs of potential scams and understand how to guard against them.
A Grinch Texas Holiday Tale Every holiday season, we all know that person. You know the one. They casually say things like, “I don’t have enough assets to need a will,” or “My kids will figure it out,” or the classic, “Everything will just go through probate.” Sometimes they add, “Estate planning is only for … Read more
When a new year approaches, the federal government updates a long list of financial figures to account for inflation. Income tax brackets shift. Retirement contribution limits move. Social Security benefits adjust. And in the estate planning world, one number gets everyone’s attention: The federal estate tax exclusion. The IRS has now announced the 2026 estate … Read more
Comprehensive estate planning is a layered process. The broad strokes set the foundation, but the finer points decide how well the plan works. When instructions are incomplete or unclear, your loved ones may face confusion, delays, or even disputes. Paying attention to the details gives your plan durability. Each choice you make now creates certainty … Read more
Although the Corporate Transparency Act’s Beneficial Ownership Information reports no longer apply to domestic entities due to their exemption, another FinCEN requirement is moving full steam ahead, and estate planning attorneys should not overlook it. Starting December 1, 2025, professionals involved in real estate closings and settlements will be required to submit reports to FinCEN for certain non-financed transfers of residential property to legal entities or trusts.
I, like many Americans, love football. As I settled in to watch my team’s game this week, I wondered if I could turn it into a blog. As I watched, I realized, in fact, football and Estate Planning share many commonalities.
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, over half of elders will need paid long-term care. About 35 percent will spend time in nursing homes, which are exorbitantly expensive. If you aren’t too concerned because you will have Medicare, here’s a news flash: Medicare doesn’t extend to the custodial care you would … Read more
Owning land has long symbolized stability, especially when it has been passed down through generations. Beyond its financial worth, ranches, farms, and acreage can carry deep personal and familial significance. However, when wealth is tied up in land, it can create significant challenges upon death. If estate taxes are owed, heirs may face a liquidity … Read more