11/20/2025
Why Leaving a Will or Trust Is One of the Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make
No one likes to think about death—but planning for it is one of the greatest gifts you can leave behind for the people you love. A Will or Trust doesn’t just distribute your property—it protects your family, preserves your legacy, and prevents unnecessary conflict and stress during an already emotional time.
✅ Protect Your Loved Ones
Without a Will or Trust, state laws decide who gets what. This often leads to delays, confusion, and disagreements among family members. A clear legal plan ensures your wishes are honored.
✅ Avoid Costly Court Battles
Families can spend months—or even years—fighting in probate court. A proper estate plan can minimize or even eliminate this process, saving time, money, and heartache.
✅ Secure Your Children’s Future
A Will lets you name guardians for minor children. Without one, the court chooses. A Trust can also manage assets for your children until they are mature enough to handle them responsibly.
✅ Protect Your Assets
A Trust provides added protection and can help your estate avoid probate, reduce taxes, and ensure your assets go exactly where you want them to.
✅ Your Voice Matters—Even When You’re Gone
Making these decisions now ensures that you, not the government or the courts, decide what happens to your property, your finances, and the people you care about.
It’s not about wealth—it’s about responsibility.
Whether you own a home, have children, or simply want to ease the burden on your family, creating a Will or Trust is a crucial step in planning for the future.
Give your loved ones clarity, not conflict.
Start your estate plan today.
Call the Law Office of Juan Tijerina, P.C. today to start you estate plan at 817-924-7800.