You are probably familiar with the basic documents that comprise an estate plan. But you may not have heard of a letter of intent or know...

The beauty of trusts is that you can tailor them to suit your needs. For example, if you have a loved one with special needs, you can...

Now that you have begun creating an estate plan, careful thought and attention must be given to appointing an executor.  Although your...

Writing your will is a complex process, and not just for the wealthy. You want to be sure that every detail is handled correctly and...

After you die, your estate will go through the Tennessee courts in a process called probate. This is when the court oversees the...

How do I choose a guardian for my child? The birth of a baby changes pretty just about everything. If you are a new parent, one of the...

Anyone of sound mind can create their own will fairly easily. To make a legally binding will in Tennessee, you must put your wishes in...

Some people are not in a position to make the best decisions for themselves. Children typically don’t understand the difference between...

Estate planning can seem a daunting prospect. As with any complex thing, breaking it down will help it seem less so. There are three...

Your estate plan is an important way to provide for your loved ones and give yourself peace of mind. When your child is under the age of...

It can take a lot of motivation to make your first estate plan. Yet, once you have managed that, it is far from over. An estate plan is...

Planning what happens to your estate in the event of your death can be a daunting prospect. Often, individuals choose to delay the matter...

When creating an estate plan, you may have a variety of concerns to address. You may want to provide for your family, protect your...

Your estate plan is there to protect you and your beneficiaries. An advance directive is a document that gives your loved ones and health...

Talking about what will occur in the event of your death is often perceived as a morbid subject. For this reason, many people opt to put...

You may have seen headlines over the past few months about the new administration’s plans to shake up taxes and redistribute wealth. You...

While you may be capable of making decisions about your health care, your minor children and your finances, a time may come when you are...

If you have significant personal property, there could be a risk of estate taxes decreasing what you leave for the people you love. If...

When you think about estate planning, you might envisage dying in your sleep at 92 years old. You picture your children and grandchildren...

When you make an estate plan, you are under no obligation to leave anyone anything. You are free to disinherit your children if you wish....