A Fortson Law Firm, LLC

A Fortson Law Firm, LLC Practice Areas:
Personal Injury | Estate Planning | Contracts

02/09/2026

Wills are simple and straightforward, with low upfront costs. They allow for outright distributions, making them a solid starting point, especially for basic estates with a house and a few accounts. Is it right for you?

02/08/2026

A trust avoids probate, easing the burden on loved ones managing your estate. It gives you control: specify how beneficiaries receive assets (lump sum vs. investments). A trust allows for seamless transfer upon death or if you become incapacitated. Your successor trustee can step in and carry on.

02/07/2026

Revocable trusts offer flexibility—you can amend or terminate them before death and maintain control of your assets while alive. Irrevocable trusts are designed to be permanent, with no changes made prior to death. Understanding these differences is key.

02/06/2026

Trusts must be funded to be valid. An unfunded trust is worthless. Meet with an attorney, pay fees, but if you don't move property or change beneficiaries, the trust is useless if you become incapacitated. Don't make this mistake!

02/04/2026

Trusts let you consolidate assets and maintain control. They also ensure a seamless transfer upon death or incapacity, avoiding court involvement and maintaining complete privacy. While drafting costs are higher upfront, you save on probate costs in the long term.

02/04/2026

A trust agreement lets you bypass the probate process, unlike a will. The successor trustee won't have to probate the trust, letting beneficiaries take their inheritance without court interference. Avoid probate with a trust!

02/03/2026

Did you know that a will becomes public record during probate? This means anyone can see your assets and beneficiaries. If you value privacy, it's important to understand the implications of having a will.

02/03/2026

Having a will can minimize family conflict and confusion about asset distribution. It also lets you control your legacy and ensure the people you want to receive from your estate actually do. You can also change or terminate your will anytime prior to your death.

02/02/2026

Understanding trusts can seem daunting, but it boils down to three key players: the settlor (creator), the trustee (manager), and the beneficiary (recipient). Knowing these roles is the first step to estate planning clarity.

02/02/2026

Wills are the base of estate planning and direct asset distribution after death. Inside, you'll specify all assets, identify beneficiaries, and detail what each receives—items or estate percentage. Understanding wills is key for planning.

02/01/2026

When you protect your assets, Medicaid has a look-back provision. If protections fall inside that window, you might still need to exhaust assets before benefits kick in. It's complicated.

01/31/2026

Administering an estate involves probate, the court process for validating the will. This allows for the proper distribution of the estate to the beneficiaries. Understanding probate is key to estate resolution.

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