What should you consider when choosing a Healthcare Agent?
1) TRUST It is important to choose a person that is reliable. It is important to choose a person that is predictable. Choose a person that is willing to honor your wishes. 2) COMMUNICATOR Choose a person that is a good communicator. Communicating with health [...]
Divorce and Real Estate in Georgia
Dealing with real estate in divorce or death: Georgia is not a Marital Property State, in some states it is referred to as Community Property. So, what does this mean? Any asset that was acquired by either party may be considered a Marital Asset. In this case, the general [...]
Probate Services
RS Johnson family is happy to announce their partnership with Parrot Funeral Homes. We look forward to helping families in need of probate services. The RS Johnson family is delighted to announce a new and meaningful partnership with Parrot Funeral Homes. This collaboration signifies our shared commitment to supporting [...]
RS Johnson is now on Earnnest
We’re happy to let you know RS Johnson Legal now uses Earnnest, a digital payments solution for the real estate industry that offers a fully digital earnest money experience as well as the largest escrow holder network in the nation. Download the Earnnest app To easily create and send [...]
Preparing Your Will
Death is not something you wish for. It just happens and most times it is unexpected. You may have the best intentions to leave behind lasting memories and financial resources for your family. Oftentimes we just don’t get around to it before life takes a sudden turn. Sometimes we make [...]
Meet Rhea and Amil Johnson of RS Johnson Legal
Rhea and Amil spoke with trendy online publication, Voyage ATL, discussing their practice. "Rhea and Amil, can you briefly walk us through your story – how you started and how you got to where you are today? "Our story started over dinner at Red Lobster. We had similar aspirations for [...]
Trailblazing Realtor Talks Real Estate & RS Johnson Legal
"Rhea Johnson and her firm RS Johnson Legal, PC is the absolute BEST closing attorney firm I have ever worked with my entire career. I’m big on communication and their communication and service to all clients is superb and exceeds all. Closings are always timely, well organized and communicated promptly [...]
Phishing & Cyber Fraud
What is “Phishing” Phishing is commonly known as a form of cyber fraud where a criminal poses as a legitimate organization with the intent to steal sensitive information for purposes like identity theft or financial fraud; it is typically carried out via email using a link that redirects you [...]
How to Prepare Your Client (or yourself) for Closing
Closing day has arrived and your long-awaited dreams of buying that first home or rental property are about to become reality. But before your dreams can come true, be sure to retrace your steps to ensure that nothing has been forgotten. Closings can be one of the most tedious [...]
My Seller or Buyer is Abroad: What Should I Do?
The process of buying and selling while abroad is longer than its domestic counterpart; therefore, patience and planning are crucial. The first step is scheduling an appointment at the nearest U.S. Consulate within the international location. The appointment ensures you know the laws and requirements of the country. Be [...]
What is a Title Exam
The title exam fee is paid to have a title examiner evaluate the chain of title of the previous owners of the subject property. The examiner will carefully review all conveyance deeds and security interests that 3rd parties have had in the property to get confirmation that all interests have [...]
What’s a Transfer Tax?
As adults, there is something we can all look forward to whether we find it good or bad, taxes! Taxes are not just what we file yearly, but there are some forms of tax we may not know about, especially when it comes to home buying and selling. Today’s [...]
Why a Wire Transfer?
Have You Ever Wondered Why Closing Funds Often Must Be Wired? The Georgia Good Funds Law found at O.C.G.A. 44-14-13 states that closing funds must be “collected” funds, which means closing attorneys cannot accept checks exceeding nominal amounts. When closing, a personal or certified check may be accepted for [...]
