The Question: What are surviving spouse rights in Georgia? How much does the surviving spouse inherit, and what is passed along to other beneficiaries? Who gets priority? Why You’re Asking the Question: Unfortunately, inheritance is rarely a straightforward process, even with married couples who have clear wills. Understanding the rights of a surviving spouse in […]
If you’ve been made the beneficiary of a will or trust, then you’re set to receive inheritance in the form of cash or other types of assets. However, an insolvent estate may put your inheritance at risk. In this blog, we’re going to discuss estate insolvency and whether or not there’s anything you can do […]
If you’re the beneficiary of a will, you probably want to receive your inheritance as soon as possible. This might not happen if you’re dealing with an executor who is delaying the distribution of your inheritance. Why would an executor take longer to administer a will, and when does it become unlawful? Let’s explore this […]
Can a trust be amended? There are countless benefits to using a trust as part of your estate plan, including tax savings, creditor protection, and avoiding probate for the trust assets. Despite careful drafting, key trust terms may be ambiguous, or distribution considerations may become unworkable as beneficiaries age. Worse yet, the trust may provide […]
If you are the beneficiary of an estate, then your inheritance will be managed and ultimately distributed to you by the estate’s executor or administrator. An estate executor has many duties, and it can be difficult to wrap your head around what they’re allowed and not allowed to do, and that can make it tough […]
When you’re dealing with the loss of a loved one, a difficult situation is made even more challenging if they’ve left behind an unsigned will. We’ll take a look at Georgia’s requirements for a will to be valid, as well as some alternative options if a will has been declared invalid: Related Article: Best Methods […]
If you are the beneficiary of an estate, then your inheritance will be managed and ultimately distributed to you by the estate’s executor or administrator. An estate executor has many duties, and it can be difficult to wrap your head around what they’re allowed and not allowed to do, and that can make it tough […]
One of the most significant challenges for Georgia estate trustees is dealing with a beneficiary who is angry or uncooperative. In many cases, this attitude arises from the beneficiary being unhappy about the terms of the trust—even though it is the grantor, not the trustee who controls the terms of the trust. The beneficiary may […]
Should You Choose a Will or Trust in Georgia? You might be asking this question if you’re just getting started in your estate planning or have recently gained sizable assets. Or, maybe you know someone who’s dealing with contentious estate litigation and has come to realize the importance of estate planning. [If you or someone […]
One of the most significant challenges for Georgia estate trustees is dealing with a beneficiary who is angry or uncooperative. In many cases, this attitude arises from the beneficiary being unhappy about the terms of the trust—even though it is the grantor, not the trustee who controls the terms of the trust. The beneficiary may […]
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