by Susan Grissom | Oct 24, 2023 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
When it comes to estate planning and passing on wealth to the next generation, minimizing taxes and maximizing the inheritance is a common goal for many individuals. One crucial strategy to achieve this objective is through a concept known as “Step-Up in...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 17, 2023 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
Every October, we observe National Estate Planning Awareness Month, a time dedicated to highlighting the critical importance of having an estate plan in place. Estate planning is often a topic that people put off or overlook, but it’s an essential step for...
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 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...
by Susan Grissom | Aug 22, 2023 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
When it comes to marriage and financial planning, two commonly discussed legal tools are estate plans and prenuptial agreements (prenups). While some people may hold the belief that an estate plan can replace a prenuptial agreement, it is important to understand that...
by Susan Grissom | May 16, 2023 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
We are frequently asked if a Will is invalid and why the Will must go through probate if it is valid. Part of the Probate Process is the process of reviewing the Will to determine if the Will is valid. The probate court reviews a Will to determine if it meets...
