Caring For You In The Long Term
Doing estate planning with a life insurance policy typically just means naming the proper beneficiary. You can pick one person or multiple people. If you choose more than just one person, you can divide the policy up as you see fit. For instance, you could do a 50/50...
As you age, you may have concerns about your ability to remain in your home. However, even if you’re unable to do everything yourself, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to move into a nursing facility. Home care is another option to consider, as this brings all the...
As the executor of an estate, you have an obligation to follow the instructions and wishes of the deceased. Most executors recognize that they need to protect assets from creditor claims and do their best to make sure that they distribute items as requested by the...
If you already have an estate plan, that’s excellent. Most people do not, so you’re ahead of the game. You’re prepared for the unexpected, and you know your family will be taken care of. However, don’t make the mistake of assuming that your estate plan is now set for...
Generally speaking, no one can make medical decisions for someone other than the person themself. There is the obvious exception of children, as parents are allowed to make choices for them when they are minors. Adults, however, hold the key to their own medical...
Most wills go through probate without any major hitches -- and challenging a will isn’t exactly easy. So why does a will ever get challenged? Usually, there’s far more to the situation than an unhappy heir or two. One of the most common reasons for challenging a will...
It doesn’t matter if you’re young, middle-aged or well past retirement, it’s critical that you turn your attention to the future. And when it comes to estate planning, that means focusing on long-term care. It’s your hope that you never require long-term care in a...
While estate planning is beneficial for almost everyone, it is even more imperative if you have a child with special needs. Because most children with special needs receive benefits from the government, it is important to protect them from losing those benefits. We...
The death of a loved one is always a trying time for the family. One of the greatest challenges is trying to figure out what to do with the deceased’s property. For many, a will has already been laid out by the testator. Since this is a tricky area of the law, it is...
Georgia has its own laws for determining what wills are valid. After all, not every state allows for certain wills. In fact, there are variations on will types within each state, too. Knowing what wills are valid in Georgia is important. This way, you know how to...
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