Author: Jamaal Gardner

“The Hidden Costs of Holding Onto a Probate Property in 2025”

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Inheriting a home can feel like a financial windfall—but keeping that property longer than you need to might cost you more than you realize. Many Georgia families in probate are surprised to learn that holding onto an inherited home can quietly drain their finances, time, and peace of mind. If you’ve recently inherited a property … Continued

“Inheriting a Home in Georgia? Here’s What You Need to Know”

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Inheriting property might seem like a blessing—but for many people in Georgia, it also comes with legal steps, emotional weight, and tough decisions. If you’ve recently inherited a home, you’re not alone—and you’re not without options. In 2025, probate laws in Georgia still apply when someone passes away and leaves real estate behind. Whether you’re … Continued

Can a House Be Sold While in Probate in Georgia, Georgia?

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Short answer: Yes. But the personal representative (executor/administrator) has to follow Georgia probate rules, and in some cases get the probate court’s permission before the sale closes. Fulton County Government Step 1: Confirm who has authority to sell Step 2: If needed, petition the court for leave to sell (GPCSF 13) Step 3: Price and … Continued

The Probate Process for a House in Georgia – How to Avoid Getting Scammed

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Probate is the court-supervised process of settling debts and passing a person’s property to heirs/beneficiaries. Done correctly in Georgia, it’s manageable—and knowing the key steps (and common scams) keeps families safer. The 4-Step Georgia Probate Path (for real estate) 1) Open the estate & get authorityA judge appoints a personal representative (executor if there’s a … Continued

5 Estate Sale Tips for Property Owners in Georgia

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If you’re the estate representative (or helping a loved one downsize/divorce), an estate sale can turn a houseful of items into cash—without chaos. Before you start, secure IDs, wills, deeds, titles, bank/insurance statements, tax documents, and check coat pockets, books, drawers, and boxes for cash or important papers. Quick Pre-Sale Checklist 1) Don’t “Deep-Clean” the … Continued