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...
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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...
The will and its role in the estate administration process
After the death of a loved one, a Tennessee family is left with the task of settling that individual’s estate. The estate administration process involves paying off remaining debts associated with the estate and distributing assets to heirs and beneficiaries, and it...
What happens before and during a real estate closing?
There are many steps between making an offer on a home and finally taking possession of it. The real estate transaction process is complex, and it can be a challenge to navigate all the required steps between the home search and the closing. Any homebuyer in Tennessee...
Are there problems with the probate process?
Settling the estate of a loved one can be a complex and emotional task for a grieving Tennessee family. Probate, which is the court-supervised process of handling remaining estate matters and distributing assets, can add to the difficulty of this time as it can be a...
The important role of the executor of an estate
After a death, loved ones and others are tasked with dealing with estate assets and handling other important matters. The administration of a Tennessee estate can be a difficult process, especially in situations where there are disputes or confusion. This is why one...