Buying or selling residential property is a significant financial endeavor that comes with various risks. Potential Tennessee buyers and sellers will want to operate carefully and thoughtfully as they are making real estate decisions, and one way to do this is to...
Memphis, Tennessee, Law Blog
Should a couple sell the family home during a divorce?
Divorce will change virtually every area of life for a Tennessee family, and major adjustments may be necessary to accommodate these changes. In certain situations, the best choice will be to sell the family home. If this is the most reasonable course of action for a...
Don’t let your will become outdated
Many people in Tennessee and elsewhere prefer to avoid discussions about their own mortality. Those who come around to realizing the importance of estate planning may take steps to execute a plan, then push it to the back of their mind, not wanting to address the...
Your legal obligations as a landlord
As the owner of a rental property, you know that it can be a challenge to find the right tenants who will take care of the residence and pay rent on time. While finding the right tenant is not always an easy process, this is only the first step for you. Once a rental...
Potential buyers should be aware of these four things
The decision to purchase a home in Tennessee is an exciting step, but it is also one that comes with certain potential risks for the buyer. Before making this important decision, a potential buyer will find it beneficial to do the appropriate research and take every...
Post-pandemic commercial and real estate trends
As the world adjusts to life after many pandemic-related restrictions expire and change, it will become apparent how COVID-19 changed the way people make important decisions. This is also true for both commercial and residential real estate decisions. The pandemic...
Paying back taxes during the estate administration process
When a loved one passes away, those left behind are tasked with the responsibility of administering that person’s estate. The estate administration process involves paying off remaining debts, locating assets and distributing assets according to the terms of the will,...
A divorce should trigger changes in an existing estate plan
The end of a marriage will bring changes and adjustments to virtually every aspect of a spouse’s life. While transitioning to post-divorce life, it is critical not to overlook the importance of making changes to existing estate plans as well. Failure to update plans...
Avoiding problems as a Tennessee landlord
Owning and managing property in Tennessee can come with various challenges, especially when there are problems with your residents. Some of these disputes have the potential to cost the property owner – you -- both time and money, and quick resolution is important....
Legal help is important when navigating probate
The process of settling the estate of a loved one can be a complex and often daunting prospect for a Tennessee family. Probate is often a necessary aspect of settling an estate, and it can take months or years to complete, finally allowing the family to close the...