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A will is a powerful estate planning tool. In fact, it is the cornerstone of any estate plan. When a testator properly creates their will, they do so hoping that this will take the guesswork out of the picture and ensure that their wishes are honored when they die....
When someone dies without a will, there can be a lot of unhappiness as a result. Family members may fight with one another, and loved ones not connected by biological or legal ties may feel intensely disappointed because the lack of an estate plan means they receive...
As your health declines, you know you need to get your estate planning in order. You decide to write down who you want to get which assets and things of this nature. Essentially, you're making a will, but you want to just write it out by hand, on your own schedule....
Many families in Tennessee feel relieved when they learn that their recently deceased loved one created an estate plan. However, when they begin to hear the details of the will, that relief may turn to suspicion. In some cases, the information included in a will is so...
People often have a lot of questions about what they can and cannot do with their property in their estate plans. For example, a parent may not want to leave cash or assets behind for a child who has turned their backs on the family or demonstrated irresponsible...
Losing a loved one can leave many people feeling as if they cannot think straight. Grief, stress and other emotions can easily cloud a person’s mind, and some people may act hastily or rashly because their emotions are driving them. As a result, it is not uncommon for...
You were surprised when you were informed that you were the executor of your mother's estate. You have siblings, so you thought you'd share the responsibility. Nevertheless, you're now the one handling the estate, and you need to make sure it's done correctly. You...
There are many steps involved in making a will. Fortunately, working with your attorney means that you'll have the right guidance throughout the process. While some people do use do-it-yourself-style applications to create their wills, it's a better idea to talk to...
It's hard to imagine someone you love passing away, but it does happen. When it does, you may be the person who is assigned to help execute the individual's will. Before any will can be executed, it needs to be proven to be valid. All wills have a few things that must...