by Susan Grissom | Jun 30, 2020 | Probate
After someone passes, the Executor works on dividing the assets. Dividing assets is easy if they are liquid assets like bank or stock accounts. But what do you do with odd personal effects or all the “little stuff” in a home? More unique or specialty items, like...
by Susan Grissom | Jun 23, 2020 | Probate
Have you lost a family member and a few days after the funeral, you get a letter at home from a family member saying now that your Aunt, Uncle, Grandmother, etc., has passed, they need you to sign this paper right away so they can sell the home or get access to the...
by Susan Grissom | Jun 16, 2020 | Probate
Probate can be a hassle, expensive, and annoying, so why do it? If the mortgage keeps getting paid, and the bills are dealt with and no one seems to care, why should you pay and make problems for yourself? Are you procrastinating starting the probate of a loved...
by Susan Grissom | Jun 9, 2020 | Estate Planning
Like everything else in life, creating an estate plan evolves and changes over time. An increase or decrease of your assets, a life-changing event like the birth of a child or a divorce, or a change in your physical or cognitive health can all lead to changes in your...
by Susan Grissom | Jun 2, 2020 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
Being named as the executor of a will in Georgia is an honor. It means that they trust you to carry out their final wishes and distribute their assets when they are no longer living. It’s also a huge responsibility – especially if you live in a different state....