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Is Texas a Uniform Electronic Transactions State?

The Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA) is a “model” legal code, which means that states must pass their own legislation for it to become law. The UETA gives electronic signatures the same legal validity as a handwritten “wet” signature for certain transactions that the parties have agreed to conduct electronically. Every state except New York […]

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How Do You End a Life Estate?

A life estate is a type of real property interest that grants someone ownership rights for their lifetime or someone else’s lifetime, and grants a future interest in another person or persons, known as “remainderman” or “remaindermen.” The owner of the life estate, known as the “life tenant,” generally has the right to possess and

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How To Divide Inherited Property Between Siblings?

When people pass away, they often leave behind bank accounts, investments accounts, retirement accounts, real property (homes, rental properties, etc.) and other personal assets as inheritance for their survivors. But how do two or more siblings divide up inherited real estate and other property? This question has caused countless family quarrels. However, you can take

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