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How a Community Property Trust Works in Florida and Tennessee

This article applies to Florida and Tennessee law, but note that ANYONE in ANY STATE can create and fund (put assets into) a Tennessee or Florida Community Property Trust (including real property, brokerage accounts, etc.), even when that property is located in another state and even when the person is not a resident of either state. Some restrictions apply, but they are fairly easy to accommodate for most people. Read on to learn more about Community Property Trusts and how they might be a valuable part of your comprehensive estate plan.

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