Atlanta Estate Planning Blog

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...

You worked long and hard to amass a legacy to leave your children, and you want to make sure they have access to as much of it as possible. Inheritance conflicts may eat up a substantial percentage of what you leave behind, so it benefits all of your beneficiaries to...

Most people are aware that estate planning is an integral part of taking care of assets, but many are hesitant because of the seemingly-complex process. However, it is possible to create a will and have it be simple.  This type of will can include things like naming a...

When Georgia residents create an estate plan, too many fall into the trap of thinking that is all there is. In reality, you cannot just create an estate plan and leave it. This plan must reflect your most recent life circumstances. Many people wait until specific...

Georgia entrepreneurs have a lot of things to consider when starting their business. A succession plan may not be the first on your mind, though. After all, most business owners plan on running their business for a long time to come. So why is it important to have a...

You know it is important to plan for the future when you have a special needs child. You may wonder what kind of plans you need to make to ensure your child's future is secure. There are several aspects of special needs planning you should consider. Independence...