Lady Bird Deed in Texas: Avoid Probate and Keep Control

If you’re a Texas homeowner looking to avoid probate but still want to maintain control over your property during your lifetime, a Lady Bird Deed—also known as an enhanced life estate deed—might be the perfect solution.

At Guerra Days, we help individuals and families secure their homes and avoid unnecessary court involvement through strategic estate planning tools like the Lady Bird Deed.

What Is a Lady Bird Deed?

A Lady Bird Deed in Texas is a special type of deed that allows you to:

  • Transfer your real estate to loved ones outside of probate
  • Retain full control of the property while you’re alive
  • Revoke, sell, or refinance the property at any time

This type of deed gets its nickname from President Lyndon B. Johnson’s use of the tool (reportedly for Lady Bird Johnson), but it’s also referred to legally as an enhanced life estate deed.

Benefits of a Texas Lady Bird Deed

  • Avoids probate – Property passes directly to your beneficiary at death
  • Retain control – Unlike a traditional life estate, you can still sell or mortgage the property
  • Protects Medicaid eligibility – Properly executed deeds may help with Medicaid estate recovery
  • Simplifies inheritance – No need for expensive court procedures

Is a Lady Bird Deed Right for You?

A Lady Bird Deed is ideal for individuals who:

  • Own real estate in Texas
  • Want to leave property to children or other heirs
  • Want to avoid probate and retain full decision-making power
  • Are considering long-term care or Medicaid planning

Our attorneys can assess your situation and advise whether a Lady Bird Deed or another estate planning tool (like a revocable trust or transfer on death deed) is best for you.

How Guerra Days Can Help

We take the time to explain every step of the process and ensure the deed is properly drafted, notarized, and recorded. We also offer full estate planning packages that include wills, powers of attorney, and other vital documents.

Get Started Today

If you’re ready to transfer your home while keeping control, talk to a Texas business and estate attorney at Guerra Days today. A Lady Bird Deed may be one of the smartest moves you can make for your legacy and peace of mind.

📞 Call now or contact us online to schedule your estate planning consultation.