As seen April 24, 2023, in The Tennessean. When families show up in my office after a loved one has passed away or become incapacitated, it is usually a tough time for everyone involved. However, if they haven't planned for this moment, then there's a chance that I can do little to help them. Af...
Taxation of the new student loan forgiveness program could be considered one of the “fine print” topics attached to this federal debt relief plan. As the U.S. Department of Education officially launched its student loan forgiveness application this week, an estimated 43 million Americans stand to...
Happiness is something that humanity, in large part, has spent a tremendous amount of effort pursuing throughout history. Early on, happiness likely came from simple victories such as having a full belly, surviving another day, or simply staying warm. Over time, with the progress of civilization,...
BRENTWOOD, Tenn., & MIDLAND, Mich. – The Inflation Reduction Act was signed into law by the President earlier in the week. Conservative headlines claim 87,000 new armed IRS agents are coming after the American middle class. Tax professionals are balking at these claims. “With 87,000 new IRS agent...
LA VERGNE, Tenn. – Attorney Charles R. Frazier has been named to the 2023 class of Leadership Rutherford, a personal development program within the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce. Frazier is one of 40 leaders who were selected for the program which is designed to motivate participants to d...
The Law Offices of Charles R. Frazier are excited to announce a new way for our clients to pay. ClientCredit, powered by Affirm, allows our clients to finance their payments to our firm with no hidden fees, no late charges, and zero surprises. To take advantage of ClientCredit, simply click on th...
If you have an ownership interest in a closely-held business, you know how important leadership is to the success of that business. Are you prepared for a smooth transition when that leadership changes? A sudden health crisis could cause a leader to step away from a management role. Or the succe...
We invite you to join a free webinar with Charles Frazier on July 20th. Frazier will be presenting on Estate Planning at the Financial Planning webinar hosted by the Black Employee Network. Join the meeting here: https://chime.aws/6435194297 Meeting ID: 6435 19 4297
The summer months are upon us. It's the season for road trips across Tennessee from the winding roads of the Smoky Mountains to quaint downtown streets in the Tennessee Valley. Even for those who stay home, there are festivals like the returning CMA Fest in Nashville and Bonnaroo in Manchester th...
The Law Offices of Charles R. Frazier announced that it has expanded its taxpayer representation services to residents in the Great Lakes region and throughout the state of Michigan, with its new office in Midland. While the firm provides tax law and estate planning services nationwide, the prima...
Many parents or guardians of loved ones with special needs struggle to navigate the landscape of special needs trusts and inheritance. You may feel like you have enough time to decide later, especially if your loved one is still a child. However, it's essential to prepare for the unexpected and s...
Estate planning in the digital age includes much more than most people realize. Virtually everyone has digital assets, and many of those assets have no paper trail at all. It is essential to ensure that you account for these assets as part of your estate plan. Otherwise, your loved ones may be le...
LA VERGNE, Tenn. – Charles R. Frazier is newly certified as an Estate Planning Law Specialist (EPLS) by the Estate Law Specialist Board, Inc., an organization accredited by the American Bar Association and affiliated with the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils. Frazier is one of o...
Tax season is fully underway and an important deadline for businesses is just around the corner. March 15 is the due date for most organizations classified as partnerships and S-Corporations to file their annual tax returns to the Internal Revenue Service. It's critical to file these returns on t...
We are thrilled to announce a new addition to our team, Mr. Rick Miller, CPA. He will lead tax matters at our firm in Brentwood. Rick has extensive experience in tax planning and compliance. A banking and financial industry insider since 2002, Rick most recently operated his own tax and ...
Now is the perfect time to dig into your files and see whether you need to add or update documents in your estate planning portfolio. Regardless of age or asset levels, everyone should have a few basic documents prepared. Here's a quick list of what to consider: Financial Power of Attorney If you...
La Vergne, Tenn. – The Law Offices of Charles R. Frazier announced that it is celebrating 10 years of providing legal services to individuals and businesses across Tennessee. The firm's practice areas are tax law, business law, and estate planning. Since opening its doors in 2009, the firm has ac...
Tax Day 2020 for most taxpayers was extended to July 15, which is only a few days away. Due to the unprecedented effects of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Internal Revenue Service implemented several temporary policies to assist taxpayers and provide relief during an economic downturn. However...
July is National Family Reunion Month and it's typically a time to gather for barbecues, fireworks celebrations, pool parties and more. However, during unprecedented times that restrict how and where we can gather, we are all having to be more creative when trying to honor typical family traditio...
During these unprecedented times, we are all working hard – day in and day out (and often evenings, nights, and weekends). However, an important question remains; are you preparing for your own care? Working together, the Law Offices of Charles R. Frazier can craft the best possible estate plan t...
Approximately 150 million Americans have received stimulus checks from the IRS this year as a part of relief efforts from the current global economic crisis. Tax Attorney Charles R. Frazier answers four frequently asked tax questions about those funds in this article. Do I have to pay income tax ...
As a former member of the U.S. Military, our principal attorney Charles R. Frazier is often thanked for serving our country. Today, he wants to return the favor to those who are on the front lines of our nation's health care emergency. Since 2009, the Law Offices of Charles R. Frazier has helped...
On March 25, 2020, the Internal Revenue Service announced steps to help people facing the challenges of COVID-19 issues. Click here to read the full text of IRS Notice IR-2020-59. The IRS refers to this program as the People First Initiative, and we have summarized its key provisions below. If yo...
The Law Offices of Charles R. Frazier is closely tracking the rapidly evolving public health and community concerns related to the new coronavirus or COVID-19. Rest assured that we are taking all available steps to remain accessible to our clients as we continue to act in accordance with their be...
The Tennessee Supreme Court today issued an Order reiterating that all Tennessee courts will remain open during the coronavirus outbreak, but extending the suspension of most in-person judicial proceedings through April 30, 2020. On March 13, Chief Justice Jeff Bivins declared a state of emergenc...