Gregory Varner & Associates

08/25/2026

We are proud to partner with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System and Virginia Caples Lifelong Learning Institute for an upcoming FREE virtual workshop series on heirs’ property and protecting family land.

Beginning September 8, the five-week "Saving the Family Property: Understanding Heirs’ Property" series will provide practical information for Alabama families dealing with inherited or jointly owned property.

Our own Jacy Fisher will be among the presenters, helping participants better understand heirs’ property and the legal tools available to prevent land loss, protect family ownership, and preserve property for future generations.

Topics include:
🏡 Sept. 8: Overview of Heirs’ Property in Alabama
📜 Sept. 15: Estate Planning
🤝 Sept. 22: Family Conflict Resolution
⚖️ Sept. 29: Trusts, LLCs & Tenant-in-Common Agreements
🌳 Oct. 6: Heirs’ Property Success Stories & Case Studies

📅 Tuesdays, September 8 – October 6
⏰ 6:00–7:30 p.m. CT
💻 FREE & Virtual
🔗 Register at www.aces.edu/go/6753

If you own family land, have inherited property with relatives, or want to plan ahead to protect property for the next generation, we encourage you to attend—and to invite your family members to participate with you.

Please share this opportunity with families and landowners throughout Alabama!

08/17/2026

Heirs property is land inherited by descendants of someone who died without a will or with an improperly written or probated will. All the heirs own a fraction of the whole property; no one has a right to a particular strip of the property. You may own 25% of 100 acres but that does not mean you own 25 acres.

For generations, your family has farmed the same land that has passed down from grandparents to grandchildren. Now imagine suddenly receiving a demand to vacate the land because it no longer belongs to your family. For heirs property owners, this is an ever-present threat. Heirs property is land inh...

08/17/2026

Which sounds better? Saying “You get a 30% inheritance cut because your brother farms.” Or saying “It’s important to us that you get the flexibility and liquidity to pursue your own interests with your inheritance. We’re simply creating a path to get you there that doesn’t bankrupt the farm.” https://www.agriculture.com/ctbps-can-inheritence-expectations-be-met-8691777?link_source=ta_first_comment&taid=6a7fba33fd85b1000109c3b6&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawTvSBlwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUFWSUt3akxEaFBzMXBjeEpzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEesY9QHEiDau8Bj96NyYxTN4oG9DnUiAKB27N1o6lVbetxs-_mluz-mBBveUo_aem_DF3znFwRhEJSubYPH5Jc-Q

Estate planning expert Mark McLaughlin weighs in on how to manage non-farming heirs’ expectations when making a succession plan.

08/14/2026

"One of the most common questions I hear from widows is, "Am I responsible for paying my husband's debt?” The answer surprises many people. In many cases, it's no."

Doing what feels right and doing what is financially and legally right are not always the same thing.

08/02/2026

Untangling the red tape to sell a piece of property owned by potentially dozens of descendants is an arduous process.

Real estate passed down without a clear title of ownership can prevent families from creating generational wealth.

07/31/2026

Proud of Jacy. She continues to extend her influence and impact in all her endeavors.

07/14/2026

"The point is that a lower infrastructure standard should be treated as a legitimate option."

Before asking who should pay for rebuilding a street, ask whether we're rebuilding more than we can afford.

07/10/2026

Heirs’ property aka Tangled Title is a situation that arises when the people whose names are on a property deed as owners die either without leaving wills or, having a Last Will, leave the property to multiple persons. Heirs’ property is a chronic problem whether you live in a rural, suburban and urban setting.

A home without a clear owner is often likely to become abandoned or fall into disrepair. Here's what to do know.

07/07/2026

While a difficult conversation to have for soon-to-be-newly weds, prenuptial agreements can be more important and time critical that even Last Wills.

More than half of engaged or married Americans under 45 have signed prenuptial agreements, driven by women's rising earnings

07/06/2026

We enjoyed attending the 250th Celebration on the square and celebrating Independence Day with our community! 🇺🇸

A sincere thank you to the countless volunteers who dedicated their time and effort to make this event possible. Your hard work and commitment helped create a wonderful celebration for everyone.

We hope everyone had a great Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙