What Is a Lady Bird Deed in Texas?

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Explain briefly what a Lady Bird deed is and why it’s important in Texas estate planning.

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A Lady Bird deed—also known as an enhanced life estate deed—is a popular estate planning tool in Texas. It allows you to transfer your property to your heirs automatically upon your death, without going through probate.

How a Lady Bird Deed Works in Texas

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You Keep Control During Your Lifetime
You can sell, lease, or mortgage the property anytime without your beneficiaries’ consent.

Automatic Transfer at Death
The property passes directly to the named beneficiaries—no court process required.

Avoiding Probate
Since the property transfers outside probate, your heirs save time and legal costs.

Benefits of a Lady Bird Deed

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Avoids probate in Texas
Maintains full ownership rights during your lifetime
Reduces costs and legal complexities for your heirs
May provide Medicaid planning benefits
Keeps your estate private

When Should You Consider a Lady Bird Deed?

A Lady Bird deed may be a good fit if you want to keep ownership control while ensuring your property passes smoothly to your loved ones.

However, it’s not ideal for every situation—especially if you own multiple properties or want to set up more complex estate plans involving trusts.

An experienced Texas estate planning attorney can help determine whether this strategy aligns with your goals.

Work With an Experienced Texas Estate Planning Attorney

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At The Law Office of Robert Tsai, we help Texas families protect their assets and simplify the inheritance process.

Whether you’re planning ahead or managing an estate, our team will guide you through every step with clarity and care.

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