Frazier Law Legal Blog

You Need to Act Fast! Time is of the essence when dealing with any tax authority, but especially the Tennessee Department of Revenue. We have a common phrase in our office: it is often easier to handle a $100,000 issue with the Internal Revenue Service than it is to have a $10,000 issue with the…

What You Need to Know Recent headlines in Franklin, Tennessee, have brought attention to a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) indicted on charges of wire fraud, money laundering, and tax fraud. These serious allegations highlight how devastating the consequences of financial misconduct can be for both individuals and businesses. At Frazier Law, we understand that news…

When you made your vows to each other, you could not have imagined that you would seldom spend any time apart. Growing a business while keeping the fire burning in a successful marriage takes dedication and much hard work but can also be among the most rewarding things in life. I am not a marriage…

U.S. military Veterans qualify for several benefits after their military service, including educational benefits, a VA home loan, and more. Many Veterans, however, face denials for claims to their earned benefits or get lower approval ratings for VA disability claims than they need to cover their disability expenses. If you are a former service member…

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…

DON’T FALL PREY TO OIC MILLS Are you receiving mail from companies promising to fix your tax problems? Did the letter you received to notify you that the IRS has filed a Notice of Federal Tax Lien? Beware because you may be the target of predatory debt relief firms (OIC Mills). In July 2020, the…

The unpredictable can occur at any time: fires, hurricanes, pandemics, floods, earthquakes – you name it. Since September is National Preparedness Month, it’s a good time to consider the following questions about your estate plan to help protect the people and possessions you value most. Disasters and emergencies are inevitable, but we can better position…

The IRS has delayed the nation’s official start of tax season to Friday, February 12, 2021, which is the date the tax agency will begin accepting and processing 2020 tax year returns. Typically, the IRS begins processing tax returns in late January. However, changes to the tax law on December 27, 2020, are prompting the…

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…