Key Takeaways: Yes — a revocable living trust can be changed or revoked anytime during your life. An irrevocable trust generally can’t be changed once it’s signed and funded. A short check-in with a Tennessee estate planning attorney confirms your trust still fits your goals. Katie Vaughn, Lead Paralegal at Linville Estate Law Life changes,
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Key Takeaways: Funding a trust means transferring ownership of your assets into the trust’s name. An unfunded trust cannot keep assets out of Tennessee probate court. An estate planning attorney can help you get a trust fully funded. Dan Widboom, Attorney at Linville Estate Law One of the most common and dangerous mistakes that people
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Key Takeaways: About 1 in 10 Americans no longer live in the state where they created their estate plan. Tennessee hospitals and banks may decline to honor documents drafted under another state’s rules. A Tennessee estate planning attorney can confirm your documents still work here. Ryan Alspaugh, Attorney at Linville Estate Law Did you know
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Key Takeaways: A comprehensive financial plan typically involves an estate planning attorney, a CPA, and a financial advisor. Each professional plays a different role — legal documents, taxes, and investments. Ask your current advisor or CPA whether it’s time to add a Tennessee estate planning attorney. Dan Widboom, Attorney at Linville Estate Law A study
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Key Takeaways: A birth, death, divorce, or move are all good reasons to revisit your estate plan. An outdated plan may still list a deceased beneficiary or unavailable executor. Setting a yearly reminder with a Tennessee estate planning attorney helps keep your plan current. Ryan Alspaugh, Attorney at Linville Estate Law Most people think of
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Key Takeaways: An estate plan gives your family clear instructions, helping them avoid guesswork later. Naming a guardian lets you, not a Tennessee court, choose who raises your children. A free discovery call is a low-pressure way to start the conversation. Trent Linville, Owner and Lead Attorney at Linville Estate Law The new year is
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