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Using People-First Language: Words Matter
Taking into account the diverse nature of disabilities, it is important to avoid generalizations and focus on the individual.
What are Tennessee Community Property Trusts?
The Tennessee Community Property Act of 2010 can benefit families nationwide. Tennessee is one of only three states that allow community property trusts.
The Case for the Corporate Co-Trustee: Continuity for your Family
An individual trustee may be unable or unwilling to serve at full capacity. A corporate trustee or co-trustee can offer the permanence and predictability.
The Case for the Corporate Co-Trustee: Maintaining Family Harmony
Often, having a neutral third-party trustee or co-trustee on the team prevents disagreements and discord among family members.
Financial Fraud in the U.S. – Watch out for these Common Scams Targeting Seniors
Sadly, elder abuse continues to be a growing problem. During tax season, there can be an uptick in elder financial abuse and fraud scams.
The Case for Corporate Co-Trustees
We think the corporate co-trustee arrangement can be an ideal solution for families. With a corporate co-trustee, you know you are in the hands of experts.
What to Expect: Tax Season and Your Trust
We all know taxes are inevitable. The same goes for trust tax returns since each trust must file a tax return of its own each year.
Heckerling 2019 Q&A
One of the largest events we attend each January is the Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning. Learn more about the event from this Q&A.
Planning for Digital Assets
People now rely on the internet to store data, communicate, and manage their finances. With the shift to digital comes new considerations in estate planning.
Cumberland Trust in the News
Cumberland Trust Enlists Bedell James as Senior Vice President, Managing Director, Corporate Development, as Trust Company’s Success Continues
The addition of Bedell James as SVP, Managing Director, Corporate Development comes as the company continues to expand
Cumberland Trust Appoints David Murray as Managing Director, Corporate Development as Company Reaches $8 Billion in Assets Under Administration
Cumberland Trust, a Nashville-based independent trust company, announces the addition of David Murray to its Corporate Development team
Cumberland Trust Expands C-Suite with Promotions of Dan Jernigan and Asha Nivison
Cumberland Trust today announced the promotion of Dan Jernigan, Chief Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary, and Asha Nivison,
Jennie Menzie Named CEO and President of Cumberland Trust
The Board of Directors of Cumberland Trust, an independent trust company, today announced the appointment of Jennie Menzie
Scott Kendrick Joins Cumberland Trust as Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Kendrick is the newest member of the firm's executive management team and will lead the accounting and finance
Cumberland Trust Reaches $6B in Assets Under Administration, Promotes Veteran Employees to Executive Management
The appointment of Chris Buckley and Lori Thoeny to the firm’s executive management team comes as the company
Bob Carville Joins Cumberland Trust as Business Development Officer in Tampa-St. Pete, FL
Carville will continue to expand Cumberland Trust’s presence in Florida with the estate planning community.
Shannon McGarrity Joins Cumberland Trust as Senior Vice President, Managing Director, Business Development
McGarrity will lead the development team as they connect clients and advisors with superior trust and estate services.
Cumberland Trust Appoints Debbie Schultz New Director of Special Needs Trust Administration
As Vice President and Director of Special Needs Trust Administration, Debbie Schultz will lead the company’s growing SNT
Jennie Menzie Named President of Cumberland Trust as Company Celebrates 20 Years in Business
Cumberland Trust today announced the appointment of Jennie Menzie as President.
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