What happens if I die without a will?

If you die without a will in Tennessee, then your estate is referred to as “intestate.” This means that your assets will be distributed according to the laws of the state. Generally, your assets will be given to your closest relatives. If you have a surviving spouse, then your spouse will typically receive everything. However, if you do not have a surviving spouse, then your assets will be distributed to your children (or their descendants), your parents, siblings, or other next of kin. The exact process for distributing the assets depends on how many of these relatives you have. If you do not have any legally recognized relatives, then the court will appoint someone to handle the estate’s affairs. The court also may appoint a public administrator to collect estate assets and pay any estate debts. Finally, if there are no legal heirs or creditors, the remaining assets will be distributed to the State of Tennessee. It is important to note that if you die without a will, the laws of the state determine who your beneficiaries are. This means that the person who receives the assets may not be the one you would have chosen. If you want to have control over who receives your assets after your death, then you should consider creating a will.

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