It may not be something that people in Georgia really want to do, but people need to plan for their deaths. Death is inevitable and putting estate planning off could result in dying without an estate plan which leaves their property disposition up to the state’s...
Year: 2022
How can I include charitable giving in my estate plan?
Many Cumming area residents understand the importance of an estate plan in protecting their assets for future generations. But they may also be interested in creating an estate plan that allows them to help charitable organizations they find important. If you are...
Why mediation can be ideal for business professionals
When your business faces a conflict, the prospect of going to court to resolve your differences can be downright daunting. The cost, time and effort all involved with litigation can be draining, and in many cases can cause significant disruptions to your business. In...
What are the basics on probate in Georgia?
Being named the executor in a loved one’s will is an honor, but it can also lead to stress and confusion. After all, most people have never served as an executor before and are now facing responsibilities that they are unsure about how to handle. The following is a...
How title insurance works in a Georgia real estate transaction
Buying a piece of land in Georgia (or any other state) involves requires a solution to a unique problem: ownership of land is not the same as another asset. The owner cannot take physical possession of the land, and the buyer cannot be certain that the owner has the...
Timeline of a real estate closing in Georgia
When buying or selling a home in Georgia, you will likely go through a real estate closing. This process can seem daunting, but you will understand more about what to expect by reading this step-by-step guide. The initial offer Once you have found the home of your...
Contesting a will in Georgia
One of the most common reasons give lawyers to convince their clients to draft a will is to eliminate disputes between family members after the client dies. Unfortunately, a will is not a guaranteed dispute preventative. Georgia probate laws permit certain interested...
Creating a business operating agreement for an LLC
Many business owners choose to create a limited liability company (LLC) because of the advantages it offers. With an LLC, the members are protected from personal responsibility for the business’s debts and other liabilities. A business operating agreement is a useful...
Choosing a business structure
When an entrepreneur starts a business, they may not know which type of business structure to choose. There are four main structures, called a sole proprietorship, a partnership, a limited liability company and a corporation. Sole proprietorship and partnership A sole...
Do you have to disclose if someone died in a for sale property?
Real estate disclosures are designed to give prospective buyers sufficient information to understand the condition of the properties they are interested in acquiring. In Georgia and other jurisdictions, material defects in a property may need to be disclosed if a...