On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | May 27, 2020 | Estate planning
While we all hope to live to an old age in relatively good health and comfort, the fact is that some people in the Cumming area will develop dementia or Alzheimer’s, leading them to lose their mental faculties over time. This means that their loved ones may be thrust...
On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | Apr 28, 2020 | Estate planning
Planning for different situations and circumstances is an important part of the estate planning process. Trusts are a valuable estate planning tool that can serve a variety of purposes and help estate planner’s reach their goals and protect their loved ones. There are...
On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | Apr 8, 2020 | Estate planning
Many people find estate planning stressful for a variety of reasons. Some are challenged by the notion of contemplating their own mortality, while others struggle to decide whether their children should be treated equally in their asset distribution plan. While those...
On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | Mar 23, 2020 | Estate planning
Life doesn’t always go the way we predict. Even when we take measures to prepare for the future, something unexpected can change what we planned for down the road. If you already have an estate plan in place, you’re off to a good start. However, it’s essential to...
On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | Mar 16, 2020 | Estate planning
This blog has recently discussed the importance of having a will which is an essential cornerstone of the estate planning process and an overall estate plan. Estate planners may wonder what else, if anything, they should include in an effective overall estate plan....
On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | Mar 5, 2020 | Estate planning
Determining what happens to a person’s estate when they die will generally depend on whether they had an estate plan in place and where they lived. During the probate process in Georgia, the court will first determine whether the decedent had a valid will in place. If...
On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | Feb 25, 2020 | Estate planning
Many older people will face a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia. Around a quarter of Americans will develop a cognitive impairment after the age of 65 with half coming down with Alzheimer’s disease after the age of 85. Planning for such an event is important in...
On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | Jan 29, 2020 | Estate planning
Creating a comprehensive and effective estate plan can seem complicated. For Georgia residents who are dealing with concerns about estate planning and how to allocate their property after death, it is important to be cognizant of common mistakes that can negatively...
On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | Jan 21, 2020 | Estate planning
Your parents are getting older, and you may think it is nearing the time when they may need nursing home care. Many people in the Atlanta Metro area plan on using Medicaid as a means for paying for nursing home care, but before a person can dip into their Medicaid...
On behalf of Hodges Law Firm, LLC | Jan 14, 2020 | Estate planning
There are several important documents that should be included in any estate plan to help ensure the estate planner has a comprehensive estate plan that will take care of their family and beneficiaries. Comprehensive estate planning can provide important peace of mind...
