Answers to Common Questions and Situations

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  • how-to-recover-stolen-inheritance

    Someone Stealing From the Estate? How to Recover Stolen Inheritance in Georgia?
    Discovering that someone is stealing from a loved one’s estate could be one of the worst nightmares a grieving family could experience. Not only does theft damage trust and relationships,…
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    Probate Real Estate – Buying & Selling a House in Probate
    Navigating probate real estate matters can be overwhelming, especially if you’ve been appointed as the personal representative. You may be at a loss as to where to start and what…
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  • Non-Probate-Assets-vs-Probate-Assets

    Probate vs. Non-Probate Assets. What Does an Estate Include in Georgia?
    Losing a loved one is difficult enough — managing their estate affairs while you grieve is even harder. When the responsibility to handle the deceased’s property falls on your shoulders,…
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  • How Long Does a Probate Sale Take? Do All Heirs Have to Agree

    What Is a Probate Sale in Georgia? How Does It Work?
    When they pass away, people often want to leave their assets and properties to persons they care about. But sometimes, the deceased doesn’t make a will or dies with debts,…
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    What Is an Estate Sale and How It Works in the Probate Process?
    If you’ve been left a portion of a property through someone’s will, it can be a difficult time for all involved. Most people may want to sell the house quickly…
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    How to Get Heir Property in Your Name in Georgia?
    What can you do when there is a family property in a grandparent’s name, but nothing has been done? How to get heir property in your name? These situations can…
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  • How-Long-After-a-Person-Dies-Will-Beneficiaries-Be-Notified-in-Georgia

    How Long after a Person Dies Will Beneficiaries Be Notified in Georgia?
    When a person dies, there are specific legal proceedings that ensure the deceased’s assets will be distributed appropriately to the rightful heirs. If you have a loved one who passed…
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    What Happens to Medical Bills When You Die in Georgia?
    When a loved one dies after an illness that requires lengthy health care, the unpaid medical bills can be huge. What happens to medical bills when you die? Do medical…
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  • Transfer-of-Property-After-Death-Without-Will-in-Georgia

    How to Transfer a Property After Death Without Will in Georgia
    Changing property ownership after someone’s death could be a complex process, influenced by various legal proceedings and formalities that must be fulfilled appropriately. Typically, one of the most common steps…
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  • duties-of-an-executor-of-a-will

    What Are the Duties of an Executor of a Will in Georgia?
    When family discussions turn to estate matters after a loved one’s passing, you may find yourself in one of two positions. On one hand, you may have learned that you…
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