There are many things to consider when looking for a fiduciary to help you grow and sustain your wealth. You want a person with integrity, interpersonal skills. But what else should you consider? Selecting a fiduciary is not something that should be done lightly. Here are some recommendations for the qualities to look for in […]
Determining the rights to an estate when the deceased did not create an estate plan is quite complicated, especially for blended families. In some cases, stepchildren feel like the surviving parent is being greedy with estate assets and not providing them with a fair share. Sometimes biological children of the deceased parent will feel as […]
Are you considering contesting a loved one’s will? The time limitations for doing so vary from state to state. Here’s what you need to know about contesting a will in Georgia. What Is The Statute of Limitations for Contesting a Will in Georgia? In Georgia, as long as an heir has a “valid basis” to […]
Executors are the individuals responsible for dealing with the probate court, paying outstanding debts, collecting assets, and distributing the estate to beneficiaries after someone has passed away. After being appointed, the executor has a legal duty to follow the deceased’s instructions in the will and fulfill their responsibilities in an appropriate manner. Unfortunately, some executors […]
After a loved one passes away, those coping with grief may exhibit selfish or malicious behavior regarding the distribution of the deceased’s assets. Greedy or overbearing beneficiaries can create challenges for executors trying to abide by the deceased’s wishes. If you have recently been appointed as the executor, here are some things you should know […]
When a family member or loved one passes away, it is important that there is no uncertainty about their final wishes. If you believe your deceased loved one’s will was not up-to-date and contradicts their most current wishes, you should take a closer look at whether the will is valid. If you believe that your […]
Many people are under the impression that drafting a will is a one-time thing, but it shouldn’t be. Your life changes over time, and your will should be updated as needed to reflect such changes. New life circumstances may require a change in beneficiaries, and if you don’t update your will, your wishes may not […]
If you are preparing to create or update your will, it is essential that you know what your will can and cannot do. Here are a few examples. Legal Responsibilities of Marriage Under Georgia law, all spouses and minor children of a decedent are entitled to Year’s Support – money or other assets from […]
Many studies have shown that while the winter holiday season should be the happiest time of year, the divorce rate actually spikes in the months immediately following. Here are some of the reasons why this is the case, as well as the steps you can take to prevent fiduciary disputes from arising in your […]
As we have discussed before, the requirements for a will to be considered valid by the probate court varies from state to state. One of these factors that can change depending on the state is whether or not handwritten/holographic wills are accepted. Sometimes these terms are mistakenly used interchangeably when they actually mean different […]
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