With all of the media about “digital wills” and “online estate planning” it could be tempting to think you can do your estate planning yourself, online. And, maybe you can. But, if you do, you need to know the potential pitfalls. Online estate planning could be a big...
You will need to understand the difference between a Will-based plan and a Trust-based plan so you can make an educated decision for your family about what is best for you and, ultimately, for them. So let’s dive into some of the main differences! A Will-based...
The passing of family heirlooms from one generation to another should be welcome tradition in most families, but unfortunately, this process can cause long-lasting family rifts if not done properly. There are many stories of families that have split over a silver tea...
A Will is one of the most basic Tennessee estate planning documents, and everyone should have one to make sure that there is no question about what would happen to your assets and kids if something happens to you. But there are some cases when having a trust in...
Dying without a Will? Most people know they need a Will. And many of them fully intend to write a Will… someday. But life is busy and the will keeps getting put off. Eventually, someday becomes never. In fact, nearly half of American adults will die without a...
Even after death, celebrities are highly publicized for their mistakes, many of which we make ourselves. A couple of years ago, superstar musician Prince died suddenly, leaving no will, and the management of his substantial estate fraught with legal complications and...