For many people, owning a home is one of the most significant investments they will make. During the home buying or selling process, there can be hundreds of documents and countless details to deal with. The required paperwork can be one of the most challenging aspects of the transaction. While some choose to act as …
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5 Tips for Preventing Social Isolation in Older Adults
Now more than ever, social isolation is a major issue among families. Not only does it affect those who are adhering to the current health guidelines, but it also impacts our older relatives. Our grandparents, neighbors, and friends who were already living by themselves are now more likely to feel the effects of social isolation …
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What is Probate and How Does It Work In Georgia?
The time immediately following the death of a relative or loved can be extraordinarily difficult. To make matters worse, there is often a gauntlet of affairs that need to be taken care of, preferably in short order. During times like these, it is important to have a proper understanding of Georgia probate laws. Here you …
Home Showings Go Virtual
Putting your home on the market can be stressful and emotional during normal circumstances. Add a pandemic into the mix, and there are even more issues to deal with. But despite the COVID-19 health crisis, the spring and summer months continue to be peak seasons for real estate transactions. People are still listing and purchasing …
How the Coronavirus Has Impacted Charitable Giving
The coronavirus pandemic is taking a tremendous toll on our health, safety, and the economy. It is also impacting charitable organizations and their ability to provide critical services. In extraordinary times like these, with the financial market uncertain, people may feel like there’s not much they can do. But there are still opportunities to help …
5 Frequently Asked Questions About Probate in Georgia
Many people feel intimidated and overwhelmed when hearing legal terms like “probate”. Not to worry, Georgia’s probate process is the process of transferring the assets of a deceased person. See, it’s not too scary! Knowing the Georgia probate process is also usual in drafting your will, as it affects how assets are distributed. Below are …
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Beware of These Elder Abuse Scams!
People work hard to earn their life savings and enjoy retirement. But many individuals try to cheat senior citizens out of their hard-earned money through various scams. Wealthy seniors are often targeted through these phone-, text- or online-based scams because they are thought to have plenty of assets to take; however, low-income seniors are also …
When is probate necessary?
When is Probate Necessary? When it comes to estate planning, probate is always a possibility that is discussed and often recommended to be avoided. However, probate is not always necessary, and when it is necessary, it is not always a bad thing. It helps to know when probate is needed and what it involves if …