by Susan Grissom | Dec 13, 2016 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
Many people think that as long as they’ve officially drawn up a will, they have complete control over how their property is distributed after their death. What they don’t understand is there are different categories of property under the law, and those...
by Susan Grissom | Nov 29, 2016 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
Are you the Caregiver for a loved one who is a senior? Are you concerned that as a caregiver you don’t have everything you need in place? The following is a checklist of things caregivers of seniors should consider putting in place. Medical Create a list of all...
by Susan Grissom | Nov 22, 2016 | Probate
In Georgia, the Executor or Administrator files a Petition to Discharge the Personal Representative to Close a Probate Estate. This Petition is filed after all of the debts, expenses and taxes have been paid, tax returns filed, and remaining assets distributed. The...
by Susan Grissom | Nov 1, 2016 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate
Every adult has the right to make their own decisions about their life. There are times when an adult can no longer fulfill that responsibility, because of mental or physical problems that incapacitate them. When that happens, the legal remedy is guardianship or...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 3, 2016 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
A question I receive frequently when meeting with clients for estate planning is “what is the difference between an heir and a beneficiary?” An Heir is a family member who is entitled to receive property under the laws of intestacy. When a decedent...
by Susan Grissom | Aug 1, 2016 | Elder Care, Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
A Last Will and Testament is a document that allows you an opportunity to communicate your wishes and to dispose of your assets after death according to those wishes. There are many reasons to use a Last Will and Testament. The following are some of the reasons but is...
