Your Financial Power of Attorney Dies With You

Actually, the authority your agent under your power of attorney dies with you! In Georgia, once a person passes away, the authority granted by a financial power of attorney typically comes to an end. So, if you’ve given your child, sister, spouse, friend the...
What is a Will and why do you need a Will?

What is a Will and why do you need a Will?

What is a Will? Here is a very, very basic breakdown of what a will is (and isn’t): A legal, binding document Goes into effect when you die Can be changed up until you die Needs to be signed in a certain way or isn’t valid and enforceable (subject to laws of state you...
Vacation Plans and Estate Plans: They Go Hand in Hand

Vacation Plans and Estate Plans: They Go Hand in Hand

Summer has arrived and so have beaches, sun screen, pool noodles and more.  Summer also brings moms calling our office because they want to get their last will and testament and nomination of guardianship in place before they leave for their trip.  This summer, we...