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 Transcript: 00:00:00 If you have a revocable living trust in Tennessee, you may eventually be asked to provide proof about the trust. That request often comes from a bank or a brokerage firm or a title company during a […]

 Transcript: 00:00:00 In most cases, you absolutely can. And for many business owners, it is one of the smartest estate planning decisions you can make. If you own a sole proprietorship, an LLC membership interest, a partnership interest, or […]

When our firm agrees to take a probate case, there is one guiding ethical principle that we follow, which is that we represent the personal representative. This person is sometimes called the executive or an administrator. We don’t represent the […]

 When people think about the terms of their will, they are usually thinking about who they want their assets to go to when they die. But just as important, sometimes even more important, is who you don’t want assets […]

 So, most people think estate planning is just about having a will or a trust, and those matters are important, and they matter a lot. But in reality, what your heirs often struggle with most after you’re gone, it’s […]

 The most common reason people choose to repair a trust is to avoid probate, especially for real estate, like a primary residence or a rental property. Probate is a core process. It takes time. It costs money, and it […]

 When I’m working with a client on their estate planning, I’m almost always asked, “What happens with my revocable trust when I die?” In other words, what does my family have to do when I pass away? It’s a […]

 When discussing trust with clients, I’m always asked, “What’s the difference between a revocable and an irrevocable trust?” It’s a distinction that can feel a bit technical, but at its core, it’s about control. While both can be used […]

 We’re often asked, “At what age should I start estate planning?” The short answer is probably sooner than you think. Most people associate estate planning with older age, but the truth is that every adult should have some basic […]

 We get asked a lot how long the probate process takes in Tennessee. In Tennessee, we generally tell clients that the probate process takes about six to twelve months, but that can vary depending on the situation. To be […]