Silverblatt Law Office & Trust Services

Silverblatt Law Office & Trust Services We are dedicated to providing high quality and prompt legal services with compassion and care and al

We have a very limited practice area so you can feel comfortable that your case is being handled by a team that is very focused on this area of law and has a wealth of experience and great community reputation. For over 36 years, Attorney Gene Silverblatt has been serving the Fort Hood, Killeen, Harker Heights, Copperas Cove and Salado communities in the areas of estate planning, probate and trus

t administration. This includes matters related to complex or highly customized wills and trusts, medical and general powers of attorney, and guardianships for disabled adults, as well as serving as professional trustee or executor of your estate should you so desire.

Should homeowner's insurance be updated after putting your home into a Revocable Living Trust?It’s definitely advisable—...
03/26/2026

Should homeowner's insurance be updated after putting your home into a Revocable Living Trust?

It’s definitely advisable—highly recommended, actually—to update your homeowners insurance when your real estate deed is retitled into a revocable living trust here in Texas. The big reason? Mismatch between the deed (trust as owner) and the policy (you as individual) can give insurers grounds to postpone or even try and deny claims, even if you’ve paid premiums for years.

So while you are still the true owner and the trust has the same tax identification number as you, and the Texas Constitution guarantees continuation of your homestead tax exemptions (with the proper language), this process is low-effort, there is no extra premium usually, and it just keeps your whole estate plan solid.

It is so simple - keep you (or the residents/trustee) as the primary named insured for full coverage on premise liability, contents, and all structures. Then add the trust as an additional insured (sometimes called “additional named insured”). This way, the trust gets paid directly if there’s a loss—no delays —and you stay protected without hassles. Some carriers let the trust be a co-named insured, but sticking it as additional insured is safer and simpler.

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Be sure and send your agent or insurance carrier a copy of the new deed and the Certificate of Trust. Finally, I advise getting written confirmation the change was done.

Remember To Change Your Beneficiary Designations After Life EventsLife moves fast—marriage, divorce, kids, grandkids, ev...
03/12/2026

Remember To Change Your Beneficiary Designations After Life Events

Life moves fast—marriage, divorce, kids, grandkids, even a new job—and suddenly your old beneficiary forms don’t match your reality anymore. Think about it: that 401(k) you set up in your twenties might still list your ex-spouse, or your life insurance could name a sibling who’s no longer close. These little oversights can lead to big headaches for your family later. The good news? Updating them is usually free, quick, and painless—just a form from your bank, employer, or insurer.

The rule of thumb: review every three years or after any major change. Got married? Add your spouse. Had a baby? Name them. Divorced? Cross off the old name ASAP—Texas law doesn’t always auto-update these, so don’t rely on “common sense.” And if you’ve got a trust (like a revocable living trust), make sure it’s listed where it makes sense—especially for assets you want to avoid probate.

Pro tip: keep a folder with all your designations; it’s easier than digging through emails later.

Bottom line—don’t let yesterday’s choices control tomorrow’s money. A five-minute check today could save your loved ones months of court drama. Grab your coffee, pull up those accounts, and tweak what needs tweaking. Hope this helps!

03/12/2026

Spring Cleaning Isn’t Just for Your Home 🏡

When was the last time you reviewed your estate plan?

Life changes—marriages, children, moves, and finances can all affect how your plan works.

Spring is the perfect time to review and “clean up” your estate plan to make sure everything still protects the people you care about most.

📞 Call our office today to schedule a consultation.

Silverblatt Law Office is closed due to the inclement weather.
01/26/2026

Silverblatt Law Office is closed due to the inclement weather.

09/27/2025

Go 1st Team! Go AUSA!

Had me smiling at every turn.
09/27/2025

Had me smiling at every turn.

Thank you AUSA for this fantastic show. I love being a sponsor!
09/27/2025

Thank you AUSA for this fantastic show. I love being a sponsor!

08/03/2025

Big shoutout to Silverblatt Law Office & Trust Services for being a Bronze Sponsor at this year’s AUSA Central Texas Car Show! 🚗

With over 40 years of estate-planning and probate expertise, led by retired Colonel Gene Silverblatt, they bring professionalism, compassion, and personalized care to families in the Fort Hood, Killeen, and Harker Heights communities.

Thank you for driving the mission forward—your support keeps our community rolling!

06/10/2025

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120 W Central Texas Expressway, Ste 104
Harker Heights, TX
76548

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Monday 8am - 3pm
Tuesday 8am - 3pm
Wednesday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 3pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+12546341122

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