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Texas Beneficiary Designation Review Checklist

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What's Included

State-specific Beneficiary Designation Review Checklist for Texas residents. Covers Texas Estates Code TOD Account provisions (Tex. Est. Code §§ 114.001–114.154), Texas community property rules (Tex. Est. Code §§ 201.001 et seq.), Lady Bird deeds / Enhanced Life Estate Deeds, and Texas Multiple-Party Account Act (Tex. Est. Code §§ 113.001 et seq.). Addresses SECURE Act 10-year rule, post-divorce revocation (Tex. Est. Code § 123.001), minors as direct beneficiaries, and Medicaid estate recovery coordination. Includes action checklist and advisor coordination worksheet. Instant .docx download.

Declaration & revocation of all prior wills
Family declarations (spouse + children)
Specific personal property bequests (3 slots)
Real property bequests with deed references
Residuary estate — 3 distribution options
Guardian nomination for minor children
Personal Representative appointment + powers
Pet care provisions
Digital assets & online account directives
Survivorship, anti-lapse, and governing law
Witness attestation blocks
Self-proving affidavit (notary optional)
Step-by-step execution instructions

Who This Is For

  • Residents with straightforward estates
  • Individuals who want a solid will without attorney fees
  • Married couples (each spouse needs their own)
  • Anyone ready to get their affairs in order

NOT Appropriate For

  • Business owners with complex ownership interests
  • Blended families with competing inheritance claims
  • Property owners in multiple states
  • Taxable estates (over federal exemption)

Legal Disclaimer

This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is formed by purchase. Consult a licensed Texas attorney for advice specific to your situation.

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