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Do You Need a Simple Probate Avoidance Trust?
You’ve probably heard the term “trust” used before. Often, it’s used in the context of a “trust fund baby,” someone who doesn’t really have to work because they always have a steady flow of money coming in from a wealthy relative. But, keeping your kids living the...
Why Probate Is Not Always a Bad Thing
Probate Is Not Always the Worst Option The idea of probate is often thought of as the worst thing that can happen to an individual’s estate. It is considered something that should be avoided at all costs. However, probate is not always the worst option when it comes...
Are You an Informed Advocate for the Elders in Your Work?
Do you work with the elderly in your profession? Are you a social worker, caregiver, or nursing home administrator? If you work with the elderly in your job, one of the most important roles you can fulfill is that of the informed advocate. The elders in our community...
Treat Your Mom this Mother’s Day (and Invest a Little in Yourself, Too!)
Have you already bought your mom something special for Mother’s Day? If you are behind on your shopping, don’t panic! There is still time to get her something thoughtful, meaningful, and memorable. Sure, it’s not the first thing people think of when they think “Mom,”...
7 Points to Determine if a Will is Valid
Determining the Validity of a Will in Georgia A last will and testament is the most basic document included as part of an individual’s estate plan. It allows the person who wrote the document, also known as the testator, to designate who will be responsible for...
There are Some Things More Important Than Money
Often, the estate planning conversation is all about money. We talk about transferring money and property from one generation to the next and how to save as much as possible. While all that money stuff is still true, there is an even more immediate aspect of estate...
Does Your College Kid Have a Plan?
The end of the school year is drawing near, and high school seniors throughout the State of Georgia are starting to make a plan. They are choosing where they want to go to college, what classes they want to take, what dorms they want to occupy, and what interests they want to pursue. But, have […]
Planning to Sell Your Home This Summer? Here’s What You Need to Know
Summer is a great time to be in the seller’s market, especially here in the Atlanta area. Are you planning on putting your home on the market this summer? If so, there are five key things that you need to know. Not quite there yet? Print this article out, hang it on your fridge, and […]
Spring is in the Air! There’s No Better Time to Clear Out Your To Do List
Spring is a time of renewal, new growth, and possibility. Although many of us experience a burst of energy as the days grow longer and the weather gets warmer, it often doesn’t last long. In just a few weeks, our lives will begin to bustle with summertime preparations and an ever-growing To Do list. So, […]
Estate Planning for Newlyweds
It’s wedding season! Once again, we ring in the springtime with wedding bells and a flurry of “I dos.” From the moment you “kiss the bride (or groom),” break the glass, or bind your hands together, your relationship with your partner takes on a new financial and legal meaning. As a newly married couple, you […]
Planning for Passing: There is End-of-Life Support Available
Death is never an easy subject. However, it is an important topic that touches each and every person. So why is it so hard to talk about? For many of us, death is not a part of our daily lives. In fact, we tend to go out of our ways to remove ourselves from death […]
A Clear and Compassionate Plan Can Help Avoid Hurt
On March 4, 2019, America lost one of its favorite heartthrobs. Luke Perry (Coy Luther Perry, III) passed away after a tragic and unexpected illness. At the age of 52, he suffered a stroke, was hospitalized, and five days later, when it was clear he would not recover, his family made the decision to remove […]