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Is Aretha Franklin’s will enforceable?
A will is a foundational and do-this-first document in virtually every individual’s estate plan. We underscore that key point at the...
May 30, 2019
How does a pour-over will work with a living trust?
Many individuals and families across Tennessee who timely consult with proven estate planners quickly perceive the strong and diverse...
May 16, 2019
Singular estate planning focus: distinct personal property
The relevant details surrounding an existing bank account are likely to be pretty clear when it comes time to administer a given estate....
May 1, 2019
What is fueling Tennessee’s strong reported business growth?
“[P]retty darn good.” That is the assessment of a proven national economist commenting on a recent report authored by the nonprofit group...
Apr 18, 2019
What business entity should a smart entrepreneur choose?
The deep legal team at the Nashville-area law firm of Cook Tillman Law Group commands decades of experience advising diverse commercial...
Apr 5, 2019
How to talk to your adult children about your estate plan
While your children are young, you may choose not to share specifics of your will with them. However, once they are old enough to...
Apr 3, 2019
Who manages inheritance?
After you pass away, a single person will be in charge of handing out the inheritance that your beneficiaries receive. Even those who...
Mar 30, 2019
What is a pet trust, and might it make sense for your family?
A point we stress at the tenured Nashville-area estate administration law firm of Cook Tillman Law Group is that estate planning can...
Mar 21, 2019
Ample room for inclusion in an estate plan, including for pets
The estate planning realm can easily surprise individuals and families considering it for the first time, giving them an unexpected...
Mar 7, 2019
Why some Tennessee entrepreneurs explore franchise opportunities
The American business realm is unquestionably diverse and evolving. Yet is also marked by an ever-enduring constant, namely, an energetic...
Feb 22, 2019
Why wills are available to the public
A will becomes a matter of public record after its creator passes away. The state court conducting the probate process does this by...
Feb 17, 2019
Politicians exploring changes to estate tax
When people are doing their estate planning, one objective they may want to know more about is how to minimize tax obligations. Depending...
Feb 4, 2019
New green funeral option for Tennessee
Last year, a new option for green funerals arrived in Tennessee. The Larkspur Conservation in Summer County is the first non-profit...
Feb 3, 2019
Estate planning goals to set for 2019
With the coming of the new year, many people are still sticking to their resolutions. Most of these goals have to do with...
Feb 2, 2019
When do beneficiaries get their inheritance or property?
Receiving an inheritance can be a great gift for anyone. It could be a sizable sum, a meaningful gesture or a significant responsibility...
Jan 23, 2019
What are the responsibilities of a trustee?
When a person sets up a trust as part of his or her estate plan, one thing that matters a great deal is who he or she selects as trustee....
Jan 17, 2019
Report ranks Nashville one of the top places for startups
A recent report points to Nashville being a very attractive location for startups. The report, posted on Inc.’s website, scored the...
Jan 15, 2019
Running a family business? Protect it from a potential divorce
People don’t start businesses hoping they fail; they don’t marry hoping to divorce. However, both are events that can happen when people...
Jan 14, 2019
Understanding how title to real estate affects your probate
When working on your estate plan, your financial planner and attorney will likely ask you the same question many times: “How is that...
Jan 3, 2019
When should I start considering succession planning?
The best time to begin succession planning is before you need it. While it may not be the most urgent business task you complete in a...
Dec 23, 2018
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