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…
Can a Will Be Too Detailed?
Yes. It can. There’s a fine line between helpful clarity and legal clutter. It’s smart to be specific in a will. Who gets what. Who’s in charge. Who steps in if the first person can’t.…
Do I Need a New Will If I Move to Georgia?
Did you move to Georgia recently? If so, did you already have a will in place when you moved? You might be thinking, “Do I need to update it? Do I need a new one?”…
What Happens to Your Debt When You Die?
“When I die, do my kids have to pay my debt?” is a question that we often hear. Let’s clear up some of the confusion. You’d be correct in thinking that when someone in Georgia…
Can I Handwrite My Will in Georgia?
You may have heard this before: “Just write your will down on a piece of paper and you’re good.” You may be wondering if this is legal in Georgia? Will it hold up in court?…
When the Will is Locked in a Safe Deposit Box
This comes up more than you’d think. A loved one passes away, and someone says, “the will is safe – it’s in the banks deposit box.” It sounds like the right idea at first. The…
A Will is a Good Start – But It’s Not the Whole Picture
A lot of people think that once they’ve written a will, they’re all set. And it’s true – a will is better than nothing. It names who you want to handle your estate and who…
Even Celebrities Die Without Wills. Here’s Why That Matters
It might surprise you, but some of the most famous people in the world died without a will. Prince. Michael Jackson. Aretha Franklin. Jimi Hendrix. Elvis Presley. Their names are known everywhere, but when they…
Why Everyone Needs a Will—No Matter the Size of Your Estate
Here's an estate planning myth, "I don't have many assets and only own one small condo, I don't need a will." This isn't true! A will is important for those that have any number of…
Choosing an Executor or Trustee: Key Considerations
How to Choose the Right Executor or Trustee One of the most important decisions you’ll make in your estate plan is choosing the person who will carry it out. This might be an executor, who…