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Serving as an executor can feel like juggling paperwork, family questions, and court rules all at once. You want to finish well, and you want to do right by your loved one. At Peach State Wills and Trusts®, we help Georgia families with practical estate planning and probate support that fits real...

As the leaves change and a new season settles in, our thoughts often shift toward planning for what's ahead. October is National Estate Planning Awareness Month, a friendly reminder to take another look at the documents that protect your family and your legacy. Many people complete an estate plan...

If you've signed a new will, you may wonder whether the old one still has any effect. You are not alone, and the answer in Georgia is usually yes, with some guardrails in place. At Peach State Wills and Trusts®, we help Georgia families put clear plans in writing and keep them up to date as life ...

It's that time of year again! Voting has opened for Gwinnett Magazine's Best of Gwinnett 2025, and Peach State Wills and Trusts, needs your help.

You may own a lake house in Georgia but live elsewhere, or you live here and have a rental condo across the state line. When someone passes with real estate in more than one state, a second court process often arises, which can come as a surprise to families at a difficult time. At Peach State W...

Losing a loved one is hard enough, and then the paperwork is missing on top of it. If the original will cannot be found, stress ramps up fast, and family questions start flying. Peach State Wills and Trusts® helps Georgia families with practical estate planning and probate solutions, making these...

In Georgia, creditors have limited time to file claims against an estate. Learn the deadlines and how they affect probate proceedings.

Where a trust “lives” can make a big difference in how it works for your family. That location, known as the governing law or situs of the trust, influences which state's rules apply, which courts would handle disputes, how much flexibility your trustee has, and even how income from the trust is ...

A spendthrift clause protects trust assets from creditors and misuse. Learn the pros and cons of including one in your Georgia estate plan.

A personal representative manages the estate after death. Learn their key duties under Georgia law, from probate to asset distribution.

Renouncing an inheritance is possible under Georgia law. Discover how to disclaim assets and why someone might choose to do so.

Imagine you are recovering from surgery and bills are piling up, yet you cannot sign checks or talk to the bank. A Springing Power of Attorney (POA) steps in at that moment, giving someone you trust the legal muscle to act for you. At Peach State Wills and Trusts©, we have spent years guiding Ge...

Weighing trustee options? Learn the pros and cons of choosing a corporate trustee versus an individual for your Georgia trust.

As your children prepare to embark on their college journey in Georgia, it's natural to focus on academic preparations and living arrangements. However, one often overlooked aspect of this transition is legal planning. At Peach State Wills & Trusts, we understand the challenges and complexities ...

What happens to your savings, home, and keepsakes if nobody is waiting in line to receive them? The answer depends on whether you act while you can or leave the matter to Georgia's default rules. At Peach State Wills and Trusts©, we help Georgia residents craft plans that fit their lives—even wh...

Georgia allows trustee removal in certain cases. Find out the legal grounds and steps for removing a trustee from an irrevocable trust.

Managing a Georgia estate? Use this probate inventory checklist to track assets, meet deadlines, and avoid common filing mistakes.

Wondering who can claim part of an estate? Discover the individuals and entities legally permitted to seek payment or inheritance in Georgia.

Concerned about a loved one’s capacity to create a will? Learn the key signs that may indicate a lack of testamentary capacity in Georgia.

A revocable trust offers Georgia residents privacy, control, and probate avoidance. Learn how it can strengthen your estate plan.

Life can change in a heartbeat, so having a plan for decision-making when you cannot act for yourself feels like a gift to the people you love. Georgia residents have several power of attorney choices that let a trusted friend or relative step in for finances, health care, or single transactions...

Unexpected illness or an overseas assignment can leave you unable to pay bills, sign contracts, or direct doctors. A signed Power of Attorney, or POA, lets someone you trust step in so life keeps moving even if you cannot. At Peach State Wills and Trusts©, we craft practical estate plans for Geo...

Wondering what to include in a living trust? Homes, bank accounts, and more can help streamline your estate plan in Georgia.

Handling a loved one’s estate? Discover why working with a probate attorney in Georgia can save time, stress, and money.

Have you ever wondered what really happens to a Power of Attorney (POA) once someone passes away? Many folks assume the authority continues, but that is not how it works.  At Peach State Wills and Trusts©, we help Georgians tackle questions just like this every day. Today, we'll clear up the con...