Purchasing a residential property is a significant step, and it is prudent for a Tennessee homeowner to protect his or her interests when moving forward with this decision. There are many reasons why a potential homeowner may choose to buy a home at a certain time,...
Memphis, Tennessee, Law Blog
Missing estate planning documents could impact probate
After the death of a loved one, heirs, beneficiaries and other interested parties may take steps to settle the last of the affairs of the decedent. This may include paying off remaining debts, distributing assets according to his or her wishes, and more. The executor...
Why do some people want to avoid the probate process?
The process of settling a loved one’s Tennessee estate can be a difficult process, especially when navigating the grief that naturally comes after losing a family member. Probate is often a necessary part of this effort, and it is the process of validating the will...
Common disputes between landlords and tenants
Owning rental property can be a lucrative endeavor, but it can also be costly if issues arise between the owner of the property and the tenant. Property owners have rights, as do tenants, and there are times when there is confusion where one party’s rights end and the...
What are the rights of siblings to their parents’ estate?
The loss of a loved one can be difficult for a family, especially as they are left with the task of settling the estate of the deceased. This process can bring out complex emotions and even disputes between heirs and beneficiaries, including siblings. Estate disputes...
What is the role of the executor of an estate?
One of the most difficult tasks for a grieving family is the process of settling the estate of a loved one. After the death of a family member, those left behind must pay off remaining debts, distribute property and meet other requirements in order to close the estate...
Expectations for the estate administration process
The process of settling an estate can be emotional and complicated for a grieving family. For loved ones left behind, the requirements that must be met in order to settle and eventually close a Tennessee estate can be daunting, and it will be beneficial to understand...
Current expectations for commercial real estate
There have been various factors that have impacted real estate over the last three years, including drastic changes in demand, skyrocketing prices and a pandemic. At the moment, rising interest rates are having a significant effect on property transactions, and...
Lessons from royal and celebrity estates
One of the most complex tasks left to loved ones and family members after a death is settling the estate of the deceased. This means paying off remaining debts, informing heirs and beneficiaries, and distributing assets as directed in an estate plan. This can be a...
What are the expectations for real estate in 2023?
The last few years have brought significant changes to both commercial and residential markets. As investors, buyers and sellers look to the upcoming year, considering current trends can help one create reasonable expectations regardless of his or her individual real...