Georgia residents might wonder what they need to do to ensure that their loved ones can make decisions on their behalf in case they are incapacitated. In many cases, appointing a family member as agent under a power of attorney can accomplish this goal. Failing to do...
Month: June 2016
Why healthcare directives should be included in every estate plan
While no one ever wants to ever think about the possibility of being diagnosed with a terminal illness or incapacitated following a serious accident, the fact remains that these things can-and-happen with alarming regularity.As much as this can make a person feel...
Creating a qualified personal residence trust
Georgia residents who are making an estate plan may wonder if they can place their home in a qualified personal residence trust. This kind of trust allows a person to transfer their home into a trust and remain a resident on the property. Usually, parents use it to...
What is a Special Needs Trust?
Any parent, guardian or caregiver of a person with special needs has at one time or another wondered, “What will happen when I’m gone?” Whether your loved one is a child with autism or an adult with a traumatic brain injury, the uncertainty of what...
What are my options for long-term care?
Whether you are decades away from retiring or you're in the midst of it, you are wise to begin thinking about your options for long-term care plans. But by taking those steps to prepare for your future, you're actually in the minority.According to the U.S. Department...
