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Last Chance at the FAASF Social Security Benefit: If you are turning 66 in 2018 or 2019, this article is for you!
For many older Americans, Social Security is an essential source of retirement income. If you are nearing retirement age, you may expect to rely on these monthly benefits, based on income earned throughout your working life. As you near retirement age, it can feel...
Including Grandchildren in Your Estate Plan
Estate Planning Around Grandchildren Many individuals preparing an estate plan do not only consider their children in the plan but grandchildren, as well. In fact, the grandchildren are often more of a focus than the adult children for many estate plans. The following...
2018 Tax Law Brings New Real Estate Investment Opportunities to Atlanta
In December 2017, President Trump signed a new tax bill, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, into law. At the time, the changes in individual tax brackets and cuts to corporate taxes dominated the news cycles. However, there was a lot more in the law than the provisions that...
Property Tax Notice of Assessment & Appeals
In the state of Georgia, property owners will soon be receiving Property Tax Notices of Assessment in the mail if they haven’t already. This notice is not a bill but shows the property’s appraised value and estimated property tax amount. If the property owner...
Super Bowl LIII: Make Some Money Hosting Visitors in Your Atlanta Home
For the third time in the NFL’s history, the Super Bowl is coming to Atlanta. On February 3, 2019, the top two NFL teams will play in the new Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which opened in 2017. Last year, when the Super Bowl was hosted in Minneapolis, officials stated that...
4 Considerations when Choosing a Trustee
One of the hardest choices an individual can make when it comes to preparing his or her trust document is deciding who will be designated as trustee. The trustee is the person who will be responsible for administering the terms of the trust, disbursing the property to...
Are Collectibles A Good Investment?
When thinking about building wealth and saving for the future, many investors are looking for ways to diversify their portfolios. For some, this means bonds, securities, and gold. Others are looking for something a little more interesting. Collecting rare instruments,...
Asset Protection Real Estate Attorney, Miami, Florida
Protection for Creditors and Law Suits The homestead laws of Florida may give a fake sense of security to those who own a property. Your homestead, Florida is protected under the constitution of the state and does not have any value and limits. Moreover, the...
5 Things Parents Need to Know Before Their Kids Go to College
The summer before a child goes off to college is an emotional one for parents, especially if this is the first kid to leave the nest. If your not-so-little one is about to leave home, you may be feeling anxious, lost, and fearful about the future. More likely than...
Can Digital Items be Included in Estate Planning
As technology becomes more a part of daily life, new considerations need to be taken into account when it comes to estate planning. What are those considerations, and what exactly is involved when it comes to digital assets? What Are Digital Assets? Digital assets...
5 Reasons to Refer Your Clients, Friends, or Family To Brian M. Douglas & Associates, LLC
In the legal profession, the single best method for getting new clients -- even more effective than advertising and social media presence -- is the humble referral. This is because, when you hire a lawyer, you aren’t just paying someone to perform a service. You are...
Atlanta Independent and Assisted Living Facilities Guide
Did you know that a 2017 study shows that up to half of Americans will need to stay in an assisted residential facility home at some point in their lives? Whether for short-term recovery or long-term support, it is becoming more and more common that Americans will...