by Brian Douglas | Aug 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
With new information coming out daily about the coronavirus and its effects, it’s easy to tune out the noise. But there’s one piece of virus-related information you don’t want to ignore — how the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act could...
by Brian Douglas | Aug 13, 2020 | Real Estate
Summers in Georgia can mean hot temperatures, lots of wildlife, and a series of pop-up storms. Some of those storms can get quite violent, leading to flash flooding and downed trees. With Metro Atlanta having one of the nation’s highest urban tree canopies, falling...
by Brian Douglas | Aug 7, 2020 | Real Estate
You may have heard the phrase “Good fences make good neighbors” (according to poet Robert Frost), but what happens when these otherwise good neighbors build a fence on your property? What should you do? Here in Atlanta, where houses can be within close proximity to...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 30, 2020 | Estate Planning
You may be wondering whether it’s a good idea to put your home into a trust. In today’s blog, we’re explaining the process of creating a trust and discussing some of its related benefits and challenges. Creating a Revocable Living Trust A revocable living trust is a...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 24, 2020 | Estate Planning
For the parents of college-aged children, late summer is usually a time of fun and anticipation. Families are planning their last-minute vacations and taking their teens shopping for school supplies. Students are checking their course schedules and dorm room...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 17, 2020 | Estate Planning, Probate
While a large aspect of estate planning is protecting yourself and your loved ones – it is also about troubleshooting any issues that may arise in the future. For example, what happens if someone has a problem with a will that is filed in probate court? What can the...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 15, 2020 | Uncategorized
It’s summertime! In more normal circumstances, many of us would be planning out the next few weeks and anticipating a trip or two out of town. But with health guidelines and social distancing policies in place, planning a summer vacation is a little more challenging...
by Brian Douglas | Jul 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
As the income tax deadline approaches on July 15, 2020, you may be in the process of collecting documents to help you file your taxes. While it’s important to gather all required documents and receipts before filing, it’s equally important to save these tax...
