Of A Lifetime Of Hard Work
We all believe in the power of love. Even as we experience heartache and see past loves lost, we believe that all you need is love. The reality is sometimes quite different, of course. We need love, yes, but we also need the means to pay for a roof over our heads,...
One of the most critical parts of any estate plan is choosing beneficiaries, but it’s one that often goes overlooked. If beneficiary designations for insurance policies and retirement accounts don’t match your estate plan, it could undermine the intent of your will or...
It's never easy to think about the future, especially when it comes to one's passing or incapacitation. Because of this difficulty and perhaps the assumption that estate planning is not necessary, Georgia readers may delay the process of writing their wills and other...
Drafting an estate plan can be a complicated endeavor. It often involves considering difficult interpersonal relationships, dealing with personal property and deciding who should get what assets. The process of drafting a clear, thoughtful estate plan can be...
George Washington was a great example in many areas, even in estate planning, and his influence is still relevant today. The first president provided an excellent example of the importance of a thorough will and being very specific when drafting an estate plan....
Georgia families who are taking care of an elderly loved one understand how difficult and expensive it can be to provide support and care to an aging individual. These families have first-hand experience with the importance of care planning. While it is not easy to...
When a loved one has a chronic illness, it can impact the members of a Georgia family in significant ways. One of the most important steps to make sure that a sick family member has everything he or she needs is to move forward with the care planning process. Thinking...
Having a child is a huge milestone for you and your spouse. It is exciting and intimidating all at once. Parenting brings many new opportunities, challenges and responsibilities in various factors of your life. As you embark on this new adventure, it is important not...
A Georgia couple may think that they do not need to make any financial or legal plans because they are young, do not have kids or are not wealthy. In reality, estate planning, including wills, is a smart choice for couples of all income levels and ages. Lack of...
Receiving bad news about one's health can be a substantial setback. It can also cause Georgia residents to feel the need to get their affairs in order, including those relating to their end-of-life wishes. Wills and other estate planning documents can help parties...