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As executor, you have an obligation to be sure that all of the decedent's debts are paid before distributing assets to beneficiaries. Different states have different procedures regarding creditor's claims, so speak with a probate attorney in your area.

This isn't a question that I can answer, but here are a few factors: Georgia has a (small) income tax; Florida doesn't. Georgia's probate system is much easier and less expensive to deal with than Florida's, and in many cases (not all), Georgia residents end up being able to less complicated estate planning as a result. Georgia has more mountains and hills; Florida has more beaches. Florida tends to be warmer all year round; Georgia has more of the seasonal changes. Florida has a lot of trouble right now with invasive foreign species such as pythons and tarantulas that are taking over the native wildlife; Georgia has some problem with that but not as much. Both states have alligators, although Florida has more of them. If I were trying to decide where I wanted to make my home, I'd pick Georgia. But then, I'm biased; I'm a native. And I like hills and mountains better than the beach.

First you must lodge the original Will with the clerk of the Court. With regard to filing for probate, the missing items are not included in the inventory that is filed with the court. If someone asks about them, then you will need to explain the facts and circumstances associated with the prior gifting. The court may schedule a hearing on the issue if there is an objection by an interested person to determine if the asset was appropriately gifted before death.