Texas Last Will and Testament

In Texas, a Last Will and Testament outlines how your assets should be distributed after you pass. Attorney-drafted templates are quick and easy to fill out.

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Common Texas Last Will and Testament documents

  • Individual Will — a document for a single person outlining their wishes.
  • Pour-Over Will — directs assets into a trust upon death.
  • Joint Will — a single will for two individuals, usually spouses.
  • Mutual Will — separate wills that reflect mutual agreements.
  • Holographic Will — a handwritten will that may not require witnesses.
  • Self-Proving Will — includes a notarization to simplify probate.

Similar documents: key differences

  • Will vs. Testament — interchangeable terms; both refer to the same document.
  • Testamentary Will vs. Formal Will — both terms describe a legally binding will.
  • Holographic Will vs. Attested Will — the first is handwritten; the second requires witnesses.
  • Pour-Over Will vs. Simple Will — the first transfers assets into a trust; the latter directly distributes assets.

How to get started

Begin your planning with these straightforward steps.

  • Find a template that suits your situation.
  • Review the description and signing requirements.
  • Get full access through a subscription.
  • Complete the document using the online editor.
  • Export or send the document via email or mail.

FAQs

Not necessarily. A will is sufficient for many, but trusts offer additional benefits.

Without a will, state laws will dictate asset distribution, which may not reflect your wishes.

Review your will regularly, especially after major life changes like marriage or divorce.

Beneficiary designations on accounts often override will instructions.

Yes, you can designate separate individuals for financial and healthcare decisions.

Glossary

  • Will - A legal document outlining asset distribution after death.
  • Testament - Another term for a will.
  • Holographic Will - A handwritten will that may not need witnesses.
  • Executor - The person appointed to carry out the will's instructions.
  • Beneficiary - An individual designated to receive assets from a will.
  • Probate - The legal process of validating a will.
  • Guardian - A person appointed to care for minor children.
  • Trust - A legal entity holding assets for beneficiaries.
  • Pour-Over Will - A will that transfers assets to a trust upon death.
  • Self-Proving Will - A will that includes notarized statements for easier probate.

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