Book a free 15-minute consultation Today When you buy a home with your spouse, the way your names go on the deed matters more than most people realize. It affects what happens when one of you dies, whether creditors can reach the property, and how the home is treated if the marriage ends. Here's what every Tennessee couple should know. The Three Main Ways to Hold Title Tenancy by the Entirety. The "married couple" option. This one is only for married couples, and it treats the two of you as a...

Book a free 15-minute consultation: https://calendly.com/mcseveneylaw/30min Getting served with a lawsuit is stressful. Your first thoughts are probably the worst ones: Am I going to jail? How much is this going to cost me? What do I do now? Take a breath. You have options, and you have time to act. But not much. This Is a Civil Lawsuit, Not a Criminal Case First, the most important thing to understand: a civil lawsuit is not a criminal charge. You're not being prosecuted by the government....

Transferring real estate as a gift to a family member is a common estate planning tool in Tennessee. Whether you're helping a child buy their first home, transferring property between spouses, or planning your estate, understanding the process can save you time, money, and headaches down the road. How Property Gifts Work: The Deed Gifting real estate requires a deed which is a legal document that transfers ownership from one person (the grantor) to another (the grantee). In Tennessee, you'll...