by Brian Douglas | May 21, 2018 | Estate Planning, Probate
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...
by Brian Douglas | May 1, 2018 | Estate Planning, Probate
Many individuals often come into an estate planning attorney’s office with one goal in mind: to avoid probate. However, just as many of these same people do not fully understand what this term means and exactly how one goes about avoiding probate in the State of...
by Brian Douglas | Apr 1, 2018 | Estate Planning, Probate
Following the death of a loved one, the thought of going through probate for that person’s estate can seem daunting. It helps to come prepared before meeting with a probate attorney to help the process go smoothly. Accumulate Important Documents After scheduling the...
by Brian Douglas | Mar 27, 2018 | Estate Planning, Probate
Compared to real estate, bank and brokerage accounts, and insurance policies, family heirlooms do not generally take pride of place in the estate planning conversation. Tangible personal property (things like jewelry, furniture, art, clothing, pets, and household...
by Brian Douglas | Mar 5, 2018 | Probate
The time after a parent passes is incredibly emotional. If your parent passed without a will, this period can also be very stressful. Without a will, it is not always clear what your parent would have wanted or how their estate will be handled. Fortunately, Georgia...
