One of the most important state laws governing landlord-tenant relationships is the Tennessee Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (URLTA). Understanding how this law applies can help prevent disputes and keep you compliant with Tennessee’s rental regulations. Here’s how it works for property owners, property managers, and tenants.

In mid-July, the 21^st Century ROAD to Housing Act (H.R. 6644), a landmark bipartisan housing package, passed into law in both houses of Congress. Here’s what you need to know about the bill, and how it might shape real estate transactions moving forward.

BNT is now BNT Escrow— and we’re serving our TN Title and real estate clients from a NEW location in Cool Springs. Click here to learn more and get directions to our new office.

The only thing constant in Tennessee Title Law is change. Effective July 1, 2026, there are changes to the TN Code re: title splitting.

Usually, the period from contract to close lasts 30-45 days. Knowing what to expect during those weeks will help you better coordinate your moving plans. Here’s what to be prepared for.

A FIRPTA withholding misstep, a missed FinCEN filing, or improper cash reporting… all expensive compliance headaches. Understand key players and essential requirements to cut through the complexity.

A few months ago, we were bracing for a new FinCEN Rule, intended to prevent and reduce money laundering. The stakes were high and the impact promised to be far-reaching. Only a month in, a federal judge has struck the rule. What now? Here’s what we know.

This month, we’re covering one of our most frequently asked Title questions: What’s the difference between an owner’s policy and a lender’s policy? Let’s get to the bottom of it.

As technology gets more sophisticated, so do phishing threats for real estate transactions. Cyber-attackers are using smarter, more targeted phishing techniques to compromise email accounts and manipulate wire transfers. Here’s what to look out for.

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has updated requirements for residential real estate, effective March 1, 2026. Failure to comply is punishable by incarceration—and no one wants to go to jail. Here’s what you need to know.

It doesn’t have to be a Nightmare Before Closing. Blue Note Title is always here to help. Enjoy one of our favorite poems, The Christmas Closing, revised for 2025. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

Tennessee foreclosure laws changed effective July 1, 2025. We’ve got the latest on what’s new, and how it may affect TN real estate transactions. Local foreclosure law changes primarily affect how (and for how long) foreclosures are advertised. Let’s take a closer look at what to expect.

When a church or other religious organization is involved in a real estate transaction, it’s not always obvious who has the authority to execute documents. Places of worship operate under a wide variety of rules and regulations. Here’s what to consider.

Title fraud and forgery can financially devastate households and their legacies, especially without title insurance in place.  As members of the American Land and Title Association (ALTA); Kentucky Land Title Association (KYLTA) and Tennessee Land and Title Association (TNLTA), the Title attorneys at Blue Note Title, LLC, keep your real estate transactions safe and protected from start to finish.

Title insurance protects your investment in property ownership. It offsets or covers costs incurred, especially attorney fees, to resolve ownership issues and disputes, including those from previous owners.

Whether you’ve inherited a mobile home, or are trying to round out your real estate knowledge, there’s a lot to learn about manufactured housing. Our Tennessee title attorneys can help you better understand buying, selling, and titles for these unique properties.

Title searching in Tennessee can feel a bit like sitting down to a complex geometry problem. Our title attorneys are here to help you triangulate your success when determining proof of ownership.

Digital notary services help you simplify real estate transactions and closings. Here’s what you need to know to about digital notary requirements in Tennessee.

Real estate investments are a strategic way to grow and diversify your portfolio. 1031 exchanges streamline this process, through a qualified intermediary and their network.  Here’s what you need to know about how to define a 1031 exchange and what’s legally required for its success.

When someone dies, their loved ones have a lot of questions. One drives more discussion—and causes more stress—than most: “What are we going to do about the house?” Your Tennessee title and probate attorney can help you sort through complex legal questions to better understand next steps.