Frazier Law Estate Planning Blog

A practical look at LTCI, hybrid policies, and the role private coverage plays in a thoughtful long-term care strategy. Long-term care is one of the quieter risks in a family’s financial life. It rarely shows up on a balance sheet, but when it arrives, it can reshape every other plan you have made. For the…

What Tennessee and Michigan intestacy rules reveal about the real cost of doing nothing—and why the most consequential estate planning decision many families make is the one they think they are postponing. One of the most clarifying ideas in estate planning is also one of the simplest: everyone already has a will. The question is…

For families navigating a disability — whether for a child, a spouse, or an aging parent — the estate plan is not simply about distributing assets. It is about preserving a system of care. A single misstep in planning can quietly eliminate government benefits that took years to qualify for and may be impossible to…

An 80-year-old widower relied on his adult daughter for help with daily life and finances for more than a decade. Acting under a valid financial power of attorney, she managed his accounts, pension income, and even the proceeds from the sale of his home. What began as simple assistance gradually became full financial responsibility. After…

For families in Midland and Saginaw, Michigan, and throughout Middle Tennessee –Murfreesboro, Nashville, Franklin, and Rutherford County – the question is rarely whether to leave something behind. The more meaningful question is how. As trusted advisors know, wealth transfer is rarely just about dollars. It is about control, timing, protection, and – most often –…

Frazier Law TeamNashville, TN Summer brings families together—cookouts, reunions, and long weekends are filled with laughter, storytelling, and memories. But it can also be the perfect setting to open a thoughtful conversation about the future. Talking about estate planning isn’t always easy, but doing it when everyone is present and relaxed can make all the…

Frazier Law Team, Nashville, TN June 2, 2025 Summer is a popular time for travel—whether you’re heading to the beach, flying across the country, or taking a road trip with the family. Before you pack your bags, it’s worth asking: Is your estate plan in order? While no one likes to think about emergencies while…

Stress, lack of privacy, and fees are just a few of the inconveniences of going through the legal proceedings of probate administration. Adding the personal loss of a loved one makes it an even more difficult time. These are not ideal circumstances for family members who are left behind and required to settle their loved…

In celebration of National Estate Planning Awareness Week, Attorney Charles R. Frazier is hosting free, 1-hour Estate Planning 101 webinars on Tuesday, October 20, 2020. Among other things, this workshop answers questions like: This workshop is useful for all Tennessee residents as remote (virtual) will-signing is being allowed throughout the state due to the current…

When “I Do” Becomes “I Don’t” It’s wedding season, and many couples look forward to celebrating their love with their family and friends. Weddings are meant to symbolize the commitment you have to one another “until death do us part.” However, the reality is that not all marriages last forever. According to the American Psychological…