When you married your spouse and moved into the same house as his or her children, you became one of their parents. You support and love those children as if they were your own. If their mother or father is not in their lives, no matter the reason, you may consider...
Adoption
6 important steps to decoding the adoption process in Texas
Adoption is a journey filled with joy and challenges. It brings a new family member home and provides a caring environment for a child who needs one. In Texas, the process is intricate, involving multiple steps that prospective adoptive parents must navigate. By...
Adoption and the federal tax credit
Families looking to adopt a child in Texas face many considerations. The ability to provide solid financial support to the adopted child often looms large. Several resources exist to help families on this journey, including a valuable tax credit from the federal...
How can adopting your stepchildren help them inherit?
Some people marry someone with children from a past relationship. If you have stepchildren that you have come to greatly care for, you no doubt worry about their future. You may want to make sure they inherit from you after your death. It is possible that your...
What are the requirements to adopt in Texas?
Adopting a child is a major life choice for you and the child. The state wants to be sure anyone adopting will provide a safe and loving home for the child, and because the state has the responsibility of caring for the child, it sets guidelines for who can adopt. The...
Introducing the topic of adoption to your child
Adoption creates a lifetime of opportunity for your family and the child you welcome into your home. Keeping your child's legacy alive and facilitating an understanding of the past is a process that requires time and care. Depending on the age of your child, he or she...
The basics of home studies
When a Texas family is seeking to adopt a child, it can be important for them to know what to expect in the adoption process. This process involves many different steps. One of these steps is the home study.This step is also sometimes referred to as a pre-adoptive...
What Criteria Has To Be Met To Qualify For Adoption?
During the period that you may be trying to adopt a child, it is likely to be a truly exciting time. In the United States, there are approximately 267,000 adoptions every year. However, there are many legal steps that must be followed before the adoption process is...