Douglass & Runger - November 2020

TOP 5 HEALTHY LIFE HACKS TO HAVE AN AWESOME MORNING

Getting your day started with coffee isn't always enough. Sometimes, you need to give yourself an extra boost, especially when you have little energy or trouble focusing. For an awesome start to your day, here are five tips to get you going right off the bat.

that, you can brew your favorite coffee to keep you going strong. This practice also might help you consume less caffeine overall!

Take a quick morning walk — and have your meetings on the go.

Morning meetings can make us want to fall asleep again. Don’t spend all of them sitting down if you don’t have to! Not only will morning walks help you wake up, but they can also add some extra physical activity to your day.

Write in your journal.

Wake up 5 minutes early.

Who says you have to journal at the end of the day when you’re tired and ready to sleep? You can journal in the morning about what happened yesterday and the things you’re looking forward to that day. Journaling can remind you of your daily goals and motivate you to stick to your commitments.

What’s the power of five minutes? It can be more than you think. Spend this time doing simple breathing exercises or a quick meditation so you can get focused for the rest of the day. If that’s not your style, you can prepare a quick to-do list for your day ahead. Either way, it’s always nice to have a little extra time for yourself without losing too much sleep.

Pack your lunch (or snacks!).

Staying on track with your goals starts with having the energy to do them. Plan a healthy balance of fats, vegetables, carbohydrates, and proteins. This can be as simple as assembling dips, carrots, wraps, and salads each morning.

Start with green tea, then coffee.

A cup of coffee at 7 a.m. can leave you burned out by 10 a.m. Try swapping it with green tea for a more gentle wake-up call. After

It’s time to try these tactics to jump-start your day!

What Do I Need to Prepare a Will? At first glance, Tennessee law dictates a very easy process for will creation. It only requires that the person be at least 18 years old and of “sound mind.” The will must also be in writing and requires a signature by the person whose will it is and two witnesses who are not related to the testator (the person making the will) or named as a beneficiary in the will. parcels need to be referenced in your will and which pieces will have the ownership automatically transferred to your co-owner upon your death. Monetary Documents

To get a clear picture of the monetary assets you have, you’ll need to bring a few documents to your first meeting with your attorney. Gather your bank statements, retirement account statements, investment portfolios, bonds details, and other monetary documents for your attorney. Your attorney will also need to know if anyone owes you money.

Despite how easy it can be to create a will, it is not something you should tackle on your own. When not prepared properly, a will can be invalid in the state of Tennessee. If your will is invalid, your assets will pass to your heirs at law according to state law without regard for your wishes and desires. An attorney can help you avoid this devastating process. As you begin thinking about preparing a will, gather the following documents for a smooth process to creating one of the most important documents in your estate plan.

Family and Business Affairs

Our personal and professional lives can influence our assets. Start by gathering marriage licenses, prenuptial agreements, divorce and adoption paperwork, and other pertinent personal information to paint a clear picture of what could affect your will. Business documents, partnership agreements, and trademarks will also have an effect on your designations. Our team at Douglass & Runger knows that your life is about so much more than the assets you accumulate. Allow us to ensure your wishes and desires are met after you pass. You can also learn more about will preparation and our other areas of practice at DouglassRunger.com.

Real Estate Paperwork

Bring deeds, titles, tax, and appraisal documents for all properties that you own or lease regardless of whether or not the properties are jointly owned. Your attorney can help you determine which

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