In most cases, probate is the standard legal process for managing an individual's estate after death. The assets can help cover their debts and other financial obligations they left behind. However, their properties can skip probate in specific scenarios, depending on...
When a loved one passes away, handling their financial affairs can be challenging. If you shared a joint account with the deceased, you might wonder what happens next. In Georgia, the process can vary depending on the account type and specific arrangements. Types of...
The impact of digital assets on estate plans has grown significantly as more people use the Internet for banking, investing and social interactions. In Georgia, digital assets require special consideration during probate. Understanding digital assets Digital assets...
Estate planning can be a complicated process, which is why many Georgians put it off or don’t do it at all. Without a sound estate plan, and a will that declares what happens to one’s assets, the state will decide how everything is divided up based on the law. Dying...
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...
