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About to Make an Estate Plan? Here’s What You Need to Know
Nashville natives, Todd and Debbie felt too overwhelmed by decisions and delayed making a will. When they passed, their children went through eighteen months of probate court and spent around $12,000 in fees. Navigating grief and loss made the process all the more difficult. This story is a common one. Many families experience regret from […]
Why Estate Planning Feels SO Overwhelming
Starting the process of estate planning can feel like standing at the base of a mountain. You know you need to climb it, but you’re not sure where the trail begins. For many, that uncertainty creates a sense of overwhelm, making it easier to delay the process altogether. The truth is, estate planning doesn’t have […]
How Much Does Estate Planning Really Cost?
What if we told you that the cost of not having an estate plan is higher than the cost of having one? It sounds crazy but it is true. The reason we can say that is because we have seen countless families lose tens of thousands of dollars to probate due to not having an […]
Estate Planning Is About Family, Not Fortune
Meet Harry and Whitney. They have 3 adult children – 1 together and 2 from Harry’s previous marriage. They own their home and live off their retirement and pension funds. They never considered themselves “rich enough” for an estate plan. They assumed that when something happened, everything would naturally pass to each other and then […]
The #1 Reason Why People Don’t Create an Estate Plan
“Now is not a great time, we are just so busy.” “I feel so overwhelmed to even start thinking about that, it seems so complicated.” “I will make an estate plan in the future when I have more money.” If you have found yourself thinking any of these things relating to estate planning, it turns […]
5 Reasons People Delay Estate Planning
Ever heard of the Someday Syndrome? It’s something most of us are diagnosed with at some point in our lives. In some cases, we are aware of it. In other cases, we’re completely oblivious. Someday Syndrome refers to putting off a task, project, or goal until an arbitrary time or circumstance in the future. Here […]
What Is The Best Trust For Estate Planning?
What is the best trust for estate planning? There are four types to consider, and each has a different purpose. Trusts are powerful estate planning tools that can help you manage your assets and ensure they’re distributed the way you want. One of the main benefits of using this estate planning tool is the ability […]
What Are The 5 Components Of Estate Planning?
When it’s time to make arrangements for your final wishes, you might ask what are the 5 components of estate planning? A will is just the beginning. Estate planning is an important step that involves preparing and managing the whole of your assets ahead of your death. It is a comprehensive approach that involves several […]
What Is Estate Planning (In Layman’s Terms)?
What is estate planning? In layman’s terms, it simply means the steps you take to secure your family’s financial future. Estate planning is simply the act of making sure your loved ones are covered in case of a tragedy. It involves making decisions about what will happen to your assets and possessions. And you don’t […]
Common Questions To Ask Your Estate Planning Attorney
A quick guide to many of the common questions to ask your estate planner on everything from wills to trust so that you can best protect your family. If you’re getting ready to start planning ahead for the future, congratulations. This is one of the best steps you can take to ease your mind and […]
