Though having an estate plan offers many benefits to the estate owner and his or her family members, not every Georgia resident takes the time to create a plan. As a result, after the person’s passing, surviving loved ones may struggle to decide what the decedent may...
Month: December 2020
Landlords have a responsibility to repair known hazards
Renting a place to live is often a good option for individuals who may not be able to afford to buy a house or who simply do not want to buy a permanent residence. You may have moved from place to place and have dealt with many landlords, and if so, you likely know...
Landlord-tenant dispute: The Bobby Flay office space case
Bobby Flay is a restaurant owner, a Food Network star, and the owner of a consulting firm that specializes in helping others in his line of business improve their bottom lines. Like many others in his industry in Georgia or elsewhere, his businesses were hit pretty...
Is a postnuptial agreement right for you?
Weighing the benefits of divorce is not something that people take lightly. After all, there are many things to consider, such as where one will live, custody arrangements for children and the financial implications of living off a single income. Couples in Georgia...
The importance of a clear lease agreement for student rentals
When purchasing a rental investment, buying a home suitable for student tenants could seem like a good choice. There are many colleges in Georgia, ranging from sprawling urban campuses to smaller, specialized technical schools, each with its own population of students...
Divorce during the holidays is different for everyone
Ending a marriage can affect Georgia residents any time of the year. Whether a person recently decided to divorce before the holidays or the case is still continuing on through this time of year, it can be difficult to think about festivities while also trying to...
Reviewing estate plans after moving to Georgia
Whether for work, to be closer to family or for any endless number of reasons, moving to a new state can be an exciting opportunity. There are a few things that can get easily overlooked during the moving process, though. Estate planning laws vary from state to state,...
Aggravated assault charge could result from stabbing
In the heat of the moment, a person can act rashly when upset. In some cases, letting anger or other emotions fuel one’s actions could lead to a serious altercation that could turn physical. Unfortunately, this type of ordeal could result in a person facing assault...
Don’t let an ill-worded contract negatively affect your business
You are one of the many proud business owners in the state of Georgia. You work hard and want to do everything in your power to keep your company running smoothly and successfully. Contacts can help you do that. However, if a contract is ill-worded, it may have the...
Take another look at traditional IRAs during estate planning
It is never too early to start planning for the future. Whether thinking about retirement or estate planning, the sooner someone gets started, the better off he or she will likely be. Retirement plans also feature pretty prominently in many estate plans, too. People...