by Susan Grissom | Feb 11, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
If you’re planning your estate, it’s important to understand that some expenses must be paid before your beneficiaries can receive their inheritance. In Georgia, certain costs—like funeral expenses, debts, and taxes—take priority and must be settled first. Knowing...
by Susan Grissom | Dec 3, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
As a homeowner, you might be considering adding your children to your deed to avoid the probate process after you pass away. This decision has significant legal and financial implications that should be carefully considered. Below, we explore the pros and cons of...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 8, 2024 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate, Special Needs Trust, Wills & Trust
Estate planning is an important part of managing your financial future and ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. However, the process can be complex, and many people are unsure if they need professional assistance. Here are some signs...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 1, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
When dealing with the complexities of inheritance law, many individuals have questions about what happens to an estate when someone passes away without a Will, especially concerning siblings. Sibling inheritance law addresses the rights of brothers and sisters to...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 10, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
As an executor of an estate, you have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries and manage the estate’s assets according to the decedent’s wishes and legal requirements. However, accusations of estate mismanagement can arise, even...
by Susan Grissom | Aug 27, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
Estate planning involves a variety of tools to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after you pass away. One such tool available in many states is the Transfer on Death (TOD) deed, which offers a streamlined way to transfer real estate...
