How to Prove a Zero Balance and Close a Spouse’s Estate in Georgia
How to Prove a Zero Balance and Close a Spouse’s Estate in Georgia This FAQ-style guide explains the typical steps to demonstrate a decedent’s estate has a zero balance and to obtain a formal court closing in Georgia probate court. It is written for readers with no legal background. Short answer If your spouse died […]
Read article →Georgia: Using a Small Estate Affidavit Instead of Formal Probate
Short answer Yes — in Georgia you can often use a small estate affidavit to collect certain assets of a decedent instead of opening a full probate estate, but only when the estate and the circumstances meet Georgia’s statutory eligibility rules. Small estate procedures are limited in scope (generally to personal property or small sums) […]
Read article →What if mediation fails in a Georgia partition or probate dispute?
If mediation doesn’t resolve a partition or probate dispute in Georgia — what happens next? Short answer Yes — if mediation fails you will usually proceed with court-based litigation unless the parties reach another agreement or choose a different form of dispute resolution. In Georgia, mediation can narrow issues, produce partial settlements, or be a […]
Read article →How to Open Probate in Georgia for an Out‑of‑State Sibling’s Estate
Detailed Answer: Opening Probate in Georgia When You Live Out of State Short answer: If your sibling was domiciled in Georgia at death, the probate (estate administration) normally occurs in the Georgia county where they lived. Living out of state does not prevent you from opening probate or serving as the personal representative, but you […]
Read article →Settling a Parent’s Estate in Georgia and Handling Out‑of‑State Property
Disclaimer: This page provides general information about Georgia estate administration and is not legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed Georgia attorney or an attorney in the state where the out‑of‑state property is located. Detailed Answer: How to settle a parent’s estate in Georgia and handle property in another state This […]
Read article →Georgia: How to Transfer Real Property to a Child After a Spouse's Death
Steps to transfer real property to a child after a spouse’s death (Georgia) Disclaimer: This is general information only and not legal advice. Consult a Georgia attorney or your county probate court for advice about your specific situation. Quick overview — what you need to know up front When a spouse dies, how title to […]
Read article →Can I Require a Co‑Heir to Reimburse an Appraisal Before an Estate Buyout? — Georgia
Can I Require a Co‑Heir to Reimburse an Appraisal Before an Estate Buyout? Short answer: Maybe — it depends on who ordered and paid for the appraisal, whether the appraisal was ordered through the estate or by a co‑owner, any written agreements among heirs, and whether you ask a Georgia court to allocate costs in […]
Read article →Georgia: Do I Still Need a TOD Deed or POD Designation If My Will Leaves Everything to My Daughter?
When a will names your daughter, do beneficiary designations or TOD deeds still matter? Detailed answer — how a will interacts with transfer-on-death deeds and payable-on-death designations under Georgia law Short answer: Yes — in many cases you still need a transfer-on-death (TOD) deed or payable-on-death (POD) designation if you want property to pass directly […]
Read article →How to Transfer a Parent's House After an Intestate Death — Georgia
What to do when a parent dies without a will in Georgia: how to transfer the house to heirs Not legal advice. This article explains common steps under Georgia law. Consult a licensed Georgia attorney or your local probate court for case-specific guidance. Detailed Answer — step-by-step guide under Georgia law If your parent died […]
Read article →How to Take Over a Deceased Parent’s Mortgage in Georgia
Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal advice. I am not a lawyer. For advice about your specific situation, consult a licensed Georgia probate or real estate attorney. Detailed Answer If your father died owning a home and you want to keep the house and take over the mortgage under Georgia law, you generally must […]
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