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Being Named Personal Representative of an Estate

So you have just been appointed to be the personal representative of an estate? You may be wondering, “What in the world is that, and what do I do?” There’s no need to worry. We will outline what a personal representative is exactly and what duties that they have. A…

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Avoiding Commonly Made Mistakes in Estate Planning

Preparation is the main ingredient in the recipe for success in life. Whether it is packing for a vacation, planning a schedule, or even studying notes before a big presentation, preparation is critical in so many areas. Similarly, it is important to be prepared in estate planning. There are a…

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The Benefits of Using a Tennessee Wills Attorney Over Online Legal Services

With the hustle and bustle of life these days, we all have so many things going on. The 80’s classic movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off has a great quote talking about the speed of life: “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while,…

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Baby Steps: Basic Considerations in Estate Planning for your Child’s Future

Every parent seems to have the “perfect” advice when it comes to rearing children: “We don’t let Abby watch TV because it leads to A.D.D.;” “Oh, we don’t let John eat anything but organic foods;” “Let him cry it out;” “Don’t let him cry it out.” Child-raising techniques vary with…

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“I do . . . hereby declare that this is my last will and testament”: The Importance of Estate Planning as a Newlywed

A husband and wife are returning from their honeymoon. The two reflect on the Big Day and their future together. The husband gently takes his wife’s hand, looks longingly into her eyes and says, “Honey, with all this romanticism in the air, I’ve got an idea: when we get home,…

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