When someone passes away in Georgia, their estate must be dealt with. When one has a will, the process is usually quicker, but even with an ironclad will, probate may still be required. Probate is the process by which one’s assets are divided. It can be difficult for...
While the estate planning process may offer a variety of tools to help you prepare for a multitude of scenarios in life, some of the topics involved could seem difficult to address. Losing a loved one can be stressful as is, but preparing to protect his or her wishes...
Planning for the future is an important step for couples of all ages and income levels, and it is also a critical step for couples regardless of marital status. Unmarried couples will benefit from estate planning as this provides them with certain protections that...
The grief a person feels after the loss of a parent can be immense no matter the person’s age. Whether you expected your parent’s passing due to old age or illness, or it happened suddenly, you likely feel a great deal of emotion over the situation. While taking the...
The passing of a loved one is not an easy experience to bear. Even if you anticipated the person’s passing, you likely hoped that time would slow down and you could be together for as long as possible. Unfortunately, that did not happen, and as the executor of your...
Acting as the executor for a loved one’s estate is a big deal. You have the task of carrying out someone’s final wishes. It is understandable if you are feeling a little overwhelmed at this thought, especially when it comes to dealing with probate. There are a lot of...
There may be a variety of factors to address when managing the affairs of a someone who has recently passed on. One topic that many individuals in Georgia may wish to better understand could pertain to the process of probate. Knowing what to expect during probate...
When an individual who took the time to plan the estate and leave behind a will, they probably thought everything was set in stone. The point of a will is to have their assets dispersed as instructed. However, there are situations when a will may be contested in...
There are a number of factors that determine what may happen following the death of a loved one who did not draft a will. The state of their household, family members, assets and more may have their influence. If your loved one died without a will, it may help you to...
