Does everyone need estate planning?
Does everyone need estate planning? Estate planning is often misunderstood as something only the wealthiest of families should have. But, everyone can benefit from an estate plan. Why? Well, everyone...
Probate in Georgia – Is probate required and how do I start?
Probate in Georgia – Is Probate Required and Where do I start? Yes, generally speaking, probate is required in Georgia. The starting point is to locate the will of the...
Do I Really Need a Will in 2022?
Do I really need a will in 2022? You May Not Think You Need a Will, But You Really Do. While we have discussed the benefits of a Revocable Living...
Do It Yourself Wills and Trusts
Why Not Just Do It Yourself and Create Your Own Estate Planning Documents Cheaply? We’ve discussed before the difference between a Will and a Trust and you may be...
What is the difference between a Will and a Trust?
Wills vs. Trusts: A Quick & Simple Reference Guide I dedicate a significant part of my book, Estate Planning for the Modern Family, to this topic and it goes...
3 Reasons You Want to Avoid Probate
When you pass away, your family may need to visit a probate court in order to claim their inheritance. This can happen if you own property (like a house, car,...
National Make A Will Month
August is National Make a Will Month. There are so many reasons you should have an Estate Plan, but there is no good reason you should be without a Will....
Is Having a Last Will and Testament Enough? Florence Griffith Joyner Thought So.
I’ve written in the past about the importance of having an estate plan and I encourage you to look back through some of my blog posts. For some families, a...
Why Am I Rolling Over In My Grave?
Every day of the week, families will seek my help with probating a loved one’s Will. More times than not, there are issues with probating the Will that requires experienced...
Should I Sign My Full Name to the Will?
Clients will ask me during the final signing meeting if they should sign their Trust or Will using their full name. Their real concern is whether this formal document requires...