Posts by John

Texas law lets you handle an uncontested “pro se” divorce on your own—all the forms are online, e-filing is statewide, and most district judges will grant a simple divorce in a five-minute prove-up hearing. But DIY does not mean winging it. A missed deadline or wrong venue can force you to re-file (and repay) court…

Why the Fort Worth Nursing-Home Market Matters Greater Fort Worth (Tarrant, Parker, Johnson and Denton counties) has topped 2.1 million residents—and one in seven is now 65 or older. That demographic pressure is pushing demand for skilled-nursing beds, tighter state oversight, and rising monthly rates. Whether you’re planning ahead for a parent or rushing to…

Why Texas Leads the Nation in Supporting Veterans Texas is home to nearly 1.4 million veterans—the second-largest veteran population in the United States—and the Texas Legislature has steadily expanded state-level benefits to complement federal VA programs. From full property-tax exemptions for 100 percent disabled veterans to tuition-free college hours under the Hazlewood Act, the Lone…

Table of Contents 1 | Why Texas Tops the List for Retirement Sun, Savings, and Zero State Income Tax Texas draws nearly 80,000 retirees a year thanks to its warm climate, robust healthcare network, and the absence of state income tax– a perk that stretches pensions and 401(k)s further. Even with rising property values, measures…

Table of Contents 1 | What Exactly Is the Senior “Tax Ceiling”? Texas relies heavily on property taxes to fund K-12 education, so bills can escalate quickly. To keep seniors and disabled Texans from being taxed out of their homes, lawmakers created a tax ceiling: once you qualify (turn 65 or receive a disability rating),…

Turning 65 in Texas brings more than birthday cards—it unlocks a set of powerful property-tax breaks. Understanding them can save you thousands each year and help you decide whether you’ll age in place, downsize, or sell. Below is a plain-English road map to every major Texas property-tax exemption for seniors, plus the new rules that…