by Susan Grissom | Nov 14, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
A revocable living trust is a powerful estate planning tool that provides individuals with control over their assets during their lifetime and ensures a smooth transfer of these assets to beneficiaries upon their passing. When a grantor of a revocable living trust...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 31, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Trust
When a family member passes, there are a number of things that should be done, some require immediate attention and others can be taken care of in the weeks and months following the death. See our list of suggested steps you should consider doing following the death...
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...
