by Brian Douglas | Nov 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
It’s the holiday season! Time for family gatherings and other festive events. Some companies may be planning on throwing a holiday party for their employees this year. An office party is a great opportunity to relax and mingle with coworkers. But these parties can...
by Brian Douglas | Nov 17, 2021 | Real Estate
If you live in Metro Atlanta, chances are, your home is part of a homeowner’s association – also known as an HOA. Homeowner’s Associations are the governing bodies of communities such as apartment complexes, condominium buildings, or gated neighborhoods. The HOA is...
by Brian Douglas | Nov 15, 2021 | Estate Planning, Probate
When a person passes away, and their loved ones are ready to probate the will and close the estate, they may wonder, “do I have to hire the same attorney who drafted the estate plan to then probate the will?” What Does an Estate Planning Attorney Do? An estate...
by Brian Douglas | Nov 8, 2021 | Estate Planning
Veterans Day honors all those who have served in the US military. Originally known as Armistice Day, this federal holiday also marks the end of World War I on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month of 1918. At Brian M. Douglas & Associates, we greatly...
by Brian Douglas | Nov 2, 2021 | Probate
When a person chooses the trustee of their trust, or the executor of their will, they want that individual to be competent, responsible, and fair. Many times, people choose wisely – their family member or close friend will ensure that their final wishes are carried...
by Brian Douglas | Oct 26, 2021 | Estate Planning
For previous generations, when an older family member or loved one needed help with their daily activities, their other family members would take turns checking in on them, or they would move in with a younger relative. Unfortunately, these might not be realistic...
by Brian Douglas | Oct 19, 2021 | Real Estate
Purchasing a home can be a substantial financial investment, so it’s pretty common for the homebuyer to take out a loan. The buyer signs a promissory note, promising to repay the loan, and a mortgage, which is a contract giving the lender the right to foreclose if the...
by Brian Douglas | Oct 14, 2021 | Estate Planning
National Estate Planning Awareness Week (October 18-24, 2021) is a public campaign designed to help us understand why an estate plan is essential to our financial wellness. Surprisingly, only 32% of the US population currently has a will (Source: Caring.com). That’s...
