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What are the Benefits of the Texas Property Tax Homestead Exemption?

The Texas State Code, Section 11.13: Residence Homestead explains the Texas Homestead Exemption. The code requires public school districts give a $25,000 exemption on residence homesteads that are located within their districts. A residence homestead must be the primary residence. The code also provides that a homeowner is entitled to an exemption of up to […]

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Can a Property Tax Homestead Exemption be Preserved in a Trust in Texas?

A Texas property transferred into a Trust can still qualify for the homestead exemption. However, the property must be placed into a qualifying Trust. A qualifying trust in Texas is a trust that allows a beneficiary or the trustor to live in a property as their primary residence and receive the homestead exemption. What is […]

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What Is a Breach of Contract Lawsuit?

“Breach of contract” is a legal term that describes the violation of a contract or an agreement that occurs when one party fails to fulfill its promises according to the provisions of the agreement. Sometimes it involves interfering with the ability of another party to fulfill his duties. A contract can be breached in whole […]

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Business Contracts

There are some cases where a party is legally excused from performing its contractual obligations. This can happen when a contract becomes impossible to perform due to unforeseen circumstances. Other times, contracts can be rescinded in cases of fraud or misrepresentation. If an issue has arisen that might affect your ability to fulfill your duties […]

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