One of the most overlooked parts of estate planning today involves something most people use every day: their phone and their digital accounts. For many people, their phone is the central hub of their financial…
Why Your Out-of-State Property Can Still Trigger Probate (Even With a Trust)
A revocable living trust is often used to help avoid probate. And in many cases, it does exactly that. But there is one situation that surprises a lot of people: owning property in another state.…
What Happens If You Forget to Transfer One Asset Into Your Trust
Even when a trust is properly created and most assets are transferred, it is common for one or two items to be overlooked. This might be a bank account, a piece of property, or an…
What People Think Estate Planning Is Versus What It Actually Is
Estate planning is often thought of in very simple terms. Many people assume it is about deciding who gets what after they pass away. While that is certainly part of it, it is only one…
What If Your Trustee Doesn’t Want to Serve
When creating a trust, one of the most important decisions is choosing a trustee. This is the person responsible for managing assets, following the terms of the trust, and carrying out your wishes. A common…
Can Estranged Relatives Contest Your Will in Georgia?
What if a family member you have not spoken to in years suddenly appears after your death, not to mourn but to challenge your will? It is a situation many people worry about, especially those…
Georgia Common Law Marriage and Estate Planning: Protecting Long-Term Partners
Many couples in long-term relationships assume that because they've been together for a set amount of time, they are given the same legal rights as married couples. While in some states this may be true,…
If You Own a Home, You Might Want to Consider a Revocable Living Trust
For most homeowners, their house is more than just property. It is where memories were made, where family gathered, and often the largest financial investment they will ever own. Because of that, it makes sense…
The $500 Mistake That Took $5,000 to Fix
It started with an incorrect date. That's it. There was only one overlooked page in a thick stack of documents. By the time the mistake was caught, it had already been six months. Unfortunately, the…
Estate Planning for Families Living in More Than One State
If you own property in more than one state or have family spread out across the country, it’s worth paying close attention to how that affects your estate plan. This doesn’t mean starting from scratch,…