Tag: Estate Planning
Nuncupative Will Requirements
In a prior post, we discussed the witness requirements in Tennessee for a traditional, typed-out will. Now we will discuss the requirements for nuncupative, also known as oral wills, and…
Continue readingWhy Bother With Estate Planning While I’m Young And Broke?
There is a common myth that estate planning is only for the elderly or the wealthy; maybe even only for the elderly and wealthy. This myth shows that few really…
Continue readingThe Tennessee Intestacy Myth
There is a myth in Tennessee about intestacy that I hear often: if you die intestate, your property will naturally be distributed to the right people. By “right people,” they…
Continue readingA Big Break On Estate Tax In Tennessee
Every new year brings new taxes. Fortunately, for people in Tennessee, estate tax is likely one they won’t have to worry about. Estate taxes change frequently, and it can be…
Continue readingWitness Requirements for a Will in Tennessee
One of the main issues that I see with a Last Will and Testament people can create online or not in front of an attorney is that they don’t meet…
Continue readingWhat is Probate and What are Probate Assets?
I was thinking about the course of conversations with many estate planning clients. One common theme occurred to me I spend some amount of time with every client explaining the…
Continue reading5 Times When You Should Review Your Will
Revising your Will or other estate documents might not be on the top of your “to do” list, but maybe it should. Here is a quick guide to 5 times…
Continue readingI’m Not Millionaire, So Why Do I Need Help Planning My Estate?
In a recent blog, I discussed the 2015 Federal and Tennessee Estate Taxes. A common follow-up question to that discussion sounds something like, “My assets are nowhere near $5,000,000.00 so why…
Continue readingThe Benefits Of A Durable Power of Attorney For Healthcare – Estate Planning
A Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare, or sometimes called a Healthcare Power of Attorney (HCPOA), is an important document for everyone to have. The specific reasons for having an…
Continue readingDon’t Wait: Plan Your Estate
I don’t have children or money, therefore I don’t need to worry about estate planning right now. I am young, I have plenty of time to deal with estate planning.…
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