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Starting a Business? Legal Issues to Consider
Starting a business is an exciting time, but it can also be a little stressful. There are many things to consider when it comes to creating your business, hiring your first employees, making sure you have the right tools in place, and opening up a shop. There are...
What is the Difference Between Medicaid and Medicare?
Many people are aware of Medicaid and Medicare as government healthcare programs. But there may be some confusion over the difference between the two, when it comes to their functions and the people they serve. Medicaid: Medicaid is a state-run assistance program for...
Law Firms in the Metaverse: Issues to Consider
In the past two years, we’ve become accustomed to working remotely and collaborating through video-conferencing and other communication tools. We’ve transformed the way we work and socialize. In this current environment, the Metaverse is starting to make waves for...
Summer Day Camps in Atlanta
With the school year quickly winding down and the weather heating up, it’s time for parents to start looking into some fun summer activities for their children. Camp season may still look a little different because of the extra health precautions in place, but...
How to Talk to Children About Death: Some Advice for Parents
The U.S. is quickly approaching an ominous milestone: close to one million deaths from the coronavirus. Since spring 2020, families have been struggling to cope with loss, and parents have been figuring out how to talk to their children about death. It’s not an easy...
What You Should Know Before Using a Power of Attorney at a Real Estate Closing
A Power of Attorney (POA) can be a very useful tool in real estate transactions. The POA can help expedite the process and execute documents when another party is unable to attend the closing. However, there are a few things to be aware of before relying on a POA for...
IRS Backlog Leaves Estates in Limbo
IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig recently made a plea for help. He said that his agency has taken measures to battle the overwhelming effects of the pandemic – new responsibilities and a rush of tax returns. But with a shrinking budget and staffing levels the same as...
Apple’s Legacy Contact Helps Preserve Your Digital Footprint
The best estate plans help ensure that your loved ones will be protected and provided for and that disbursing your estate will be simple, quick, and free from surprises. When you’re working on your plan, be sure to consider your digital footprint. While it’s easy to...
Can Homeowner’s Associations Regulate Parking?
If you’ve bought a home in Metro Atlanta in the last decade or so, chances are, your house is part of a homeowner’s association (HOA). More than 40 million people across the US live in communities managed by an HOA. Homeowner’s associations are the governing bodies of...
City of Atlanta’s New Short-Term Rental Licensing – Enforcement Begins April 1st!
If you own a short-term rental property in the City of Atlanta, you should be aware of the city’s new licensing requirements. The new regulations took effect on March 1, 2022. Inspectors will start enforcing the ordinance on April 1, 2022. “Short-term rentals,” also...
What Happens After a Real Estate Closing?
The spring and summer can be busy seasons for real estate. Even after the papers have been signed and the house keys exchanged, there’s still plenty of work to be done. Real Estate Closings A real estate closing is when the home seller, home buyer, their respective...
Protecting Your Children: Georgia’s Power of Attorney for Minors
You may have heard of a Power of Attorney for adults, but did you know that in Georgia, you can also have a Power of Attorney for young children? A Power of Attorney for Minors allows a parent or legal guardian to temporarily delegate caregiving authority and duties...