Atlanta Estate Planning Blog

Probate will take however long it takes. You cannot rush the process but there are several things you can do to ensure there are no unnecessary delays. Some of the factors are out of your control. How organized the deceased was when they created their estate plan...

A crucial part of estate planning is giving someone your financial power of attorney (POA) so they can handle your finances if you are incapacitated and unable to do so yourself. Many people assume that this person will also handle their Social Security benefits. ...

Becoming a parent completely changes your life. Not only will your schedule and your budget shift dramatically, but your priorities in life and even the way you think will start to change. Your children can be a constant source of worry, as you want to keep them safe....

It's naturally devastating when a child suffers serious injuries in a birth-related accident, in a wreck or via some other means. As your child’s parent and protector, you have every right to file a lawsuit on their behalf. Once you win, what do you do with the money?...

Creating a special needs trust can be a smart move for parents with a child diagnosed with a disabling condition.  The trust could help your child with independent living as they grow older by giving them extra support while still allowing them to receive state...

However much personality your dog or cat may have, it is an item of property in the eyes of the law, not a person. Therefore, even if you could be around to see your people’s faces when they open your will and discover that you are leaving everything to your pet, you...

Medicaid spend down is a financial strategy. This strategy is used to help someone qualify for Medicaid when their income is too high or they have too many assets to do so at the present time. When you want to apply for Medicaid, you’ll see that you have to meet state...

Serving as the executor of an estate doesn't just require someone's time and commitment. It also requires that they put their own interests aside in favor of the beneficiaries of the estate. The executor of an estate and a trustee administering a trust will have a...

Many adults don’t think that they’ll need long-term care in the future. The fact of the matter is that the older you get, the more likely you’ll need long-term care at some point in your life. Planning for this now can help you to ensure that your assets are protected...

If you have already taken steps to complete your estate plan, we offer our congratulations. Many people in Alpharetta, Georgia, put off this critical task for far too long. Getting started early allows you to feel secure in your choices. Now, you need only review your...