by Susan Grissom | Oct 3, 2023 | Estate Planning
When it comes to managing assets and planning for the future, it’s crucial to have a clear understanding of various legal designations related to ownership and asset transfer upon death. Four commonly used terms are POD (Payable on Death), TOD (Transfer on...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 26, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
Probate is the legal process that occurs after an individual passes away, during which their assets are distributed to the rightful beneficiaries or heirs. It is an essential process for settling an estate and ensuring the deceased’s wishes are carried out....
by Susan Grissom | Sep 19, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate
When we work with clients to probate a loved one’s estate, we are often asked, “Why does probate take so long?” Probate is a legal process through which a deceased person’s assets and liabilities are settled, and their estate is distributed to...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 12, 2023 | Probate
We are asked many times, “Who will receive notice of the probate of my loved one’s estate or Will? Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to their beneficiaries according to their Will or to their heirs, if there is...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 5, 2023 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
When it comes to owning a home, there’s no greater feeling of security and accomplishment than knowing you have a place to call your own. In Georgia, as in many other states across the United States, homeowners are offered a valuable benefit known as the...
