Future wishes for an estate are not always easy to express. In some instances, difficulties with estate planning can arise because Georgia residents believe certain so-called facts about the planning process that are actually common misconceptions. However, even if...
Litigation may be needed if an executor mishandled an estate
When people are in a position of power or authority, they often have the duty to act in the best interests of those around them. This type of fiduciary duty is created in certain relationships, including between an executor and the beneficiaries and heirs of an...
Most likely, it is time for you to start estate planning.
If you have reached the age of adulthood, it is likely that the time to create your estate plan has come. Even young adults can benefit from having certain estate planning documents in place, like a power of attorney that allows a trusted person to have...
A special needs trust can be part of a comprehensive estate plan
It is no secret that nursing home care is expensive, and many people in the Cumming area plan on depending on Medicaid to help fund their nursing home costs when the time comes. To qualify for Medicaid and other government benefits, generally a person must have a low...
Mistakes to avoid during the estate planning process
If you have been putting off estate planning, you are not alone. Research shows that close to 50 percent of Americans older than 55 do not have a will in place. However, experts say that failing to have an estate plan in place can cause serious problems for your loved...
Avoiding family disputes a key part of estate planning
It is an unfortunate reality that family members might engage in unproductive and damaging disputes about a person’s estate plan after his or her death. Often, this involves people who believe they were entitled to certain properties as part of the will, trust or...
What are the duties of a health care agent?
It is difficult for people to plan for absolutely everything in Georgia. There are some things that are completely unexpected. People may know that certain things are possibilities, but people don’t plan for them on a daily basis. For instance, people do not plan to...
How to talk to your parents about estate planning
Estate planning can be critically important for your family. After all, without one, loved ones can end up fighting over assets, not to mention an incapacitated individual’s healthcare and financial decisions might be left up in the air without clear direction. Many...
Estate planning for those with Alzheimer’s or dementia
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...
The benefits of having a trust in your estate plan
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...
