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,…
Why Transferring Ownership of Your Home to Your Adult Child Is Often a Bad Idea
Many parents consider transferring ownership of their home to an adult child as part of estate planning. The idea sounds simple and well intentioned. Avoid probate, protect assets, and make things easier for the family.…
Choosing A Guardian for Your Minor Child
Choosing a guardian for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make in the estate planning process. While it can feel overwhelming, thoughtful planning now can provide clarity and peace of…
Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples
If you’re not legally married to your partner, there’s no built-in safety net. That’s the simplest way to explain it. You might share a home, bank accounts, kids—even decades of life together—but under Georgia law,…
Business Succession: When Retirement Isn’t the Trigger
A lot of business owners think of succession planning as something you do when you’re ready to retire—something you’ll get around to eventually. But in reality, the need to plan often shows up before you’re…
Who Gets the Lake House? Handling Emotionally Charged Property in Your Estate Plan
Real estate brings out emotions like nothing else. Especially when it’s the family cabin. The lake house. The place with stories. And when you’re gone, everyone has a different idea of what should happen to…
Planning for the Family Caregiver: Should One Child Get More?
When a child takes on the role of caregiver, you see the financial strain, time commitment and emotional weight they are carrying. You’re grateful. You start to ask yourself if that child should receive more…
How to Find a Qualified Estate Planning Attorney
How to Choose the Right Estate Planning Attorney Choosing an estate planning attorney is more than checking a box. It is about selecting someone who will help you make some of the most personal, long-lasting…