How Much Does a Living Trust Cost in Georgia?

Assets properly transferred to a revocable living trust avoid probate in Georgia. This means beneficiaries receive their inheritance without court involvement, public records, or the delays of the probate process. Probate on a $500,000 estate in Georgia costs about $41,248 in court and professional fees.O.C.G.A. § 7-1-239 (bank deposit affidavit), § 53-2-40 (no administration necessary), § 53-5-15/§ 53-5-16 (common/solemn form probate), § 53-6-50 (bond), § 53-6-53 (bond on mismanagement), § 53-6-60 (executor commission), § 53-7-1(b)/§ 53-7-33/§ 53-7-69 (unsupervised administration), § 53-7-6 (attorney fees), § 53-7-41 (creditor claims/publication)Verified Jul 14, 2026 See estimated fees with the Georgia probate calculator.

Online trust services cost $30-$600 upfront compared to $2,980-$4,470 for an attorney in Georgia. However, total cost depends on subscription fees, amendment charges, and life event updates over time. This calculator projects the full cost across providers.

Only assets not transferred into the trust go through probate. Common oversights include bank accounts, vehicles, and real estate that were never retitled to the trust. A pour-over will catches these assets and directs them into the trust through probate, but proper funding avoids that step entirely.

Many online trust services charge annual subscription fees ranging from $0 to $240/year. These may include document access, minor amendments, or attorney consultations. Attorney amendments in Georgia cost $298 to $596 for simple changes and $1,192 to $2,384 for major updates like divorce or remarriage.

The decision depends on estate size, asset types, family situation, and Georgia probate costs. Trusts provide probate avoidance, privacy, and faster asset transfer but cost more upfront than a will. The Georgia trust needs assessment compares the two approaches.