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What are your duties as an executor during probate?

If you recently lost a loved one, you may have received a surprise when you read his or her will. Your Tennesee family member may have appointed you as the executor of the estate. Now, you face the prospect of being held responsible for the probate of the will. What...

Do you have the right to contest a family member’s will?

Even though it may not be the first thought that runs through the minds of Tennessee residents when a family member dies, their thoughts may turn to the possibility of an inheritance at some point. It can be disappointing to find out that they did not receive anything...

Does all property pass through probate?

Losing a loved one is tough no matter the circumstances. Ensuring their estate is in order can be almost as difficult. If they left a will, its contents will disburse through probate. Yet, not all your loved one's assets will go through this process. As you track...

What do you face as the executor of a loved one’s estate?

Agreeing to handle wrapping up the details of another person’s life may seem like a good idea at the time, but when it comes time to actually do it, a Tennessee resident could experience some anxiety. Where does an executor begin? Are there any potential roadblocks to...

3 signs of undue influence on a will

When you find out you’ve been left out of a loved one’s will, you may feel betrayed and confused. While you aren’t out to profit from someone’s death, exclusion may seem like they didn’t consider you a part of their family. But if you have suspicions about the heirs...

Leaving the house to the kids: Questions to ask before you decide

Your house was the single biggest purchase you ever made. You tended it lovingly for years and you naturally want to pass it on to your children when you pass away. Such an important transfer of assets must be handled carefully. Here are some of the things you may...

Tips with having an estate sale

Someone you loved has died, and now you’re tasked with selling off their personal items. This can be an overwhelming process, but one that can be done with grace. Here are a few tips in successfully undertaking this task. Keep what you’d like Immediate family should...

4 qualities to choose when naming a health care agent

When a doctor tells you that you need medical treatment, you have the power to decide what to do. If you feel like the risk isn’t worth the reward, you can decline care. Or if you would do anything to stay healthy and alive, you may choose to go forward. But who...

When is a will contest appropriate?

About 90% of all wills go through probate with no issues, but there are times when it’s appropriate to challenge a will. This is generally when something seems to have gone very wrong in the creation of the will, not simply because a beneficiary disagrees with what...

Tips for picking the right executor

Choosing an executor is one of the most critical decisions when drafting an estate plan. Ideally, this person steps in and takes charge of the estate, fulfilling a variety of obligations. Relevant jobs include distributing assets, paying or collecting outstanding...

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