Estate Planning
What is the Difference Between an Executor and a Special Administrator?
When it comes to estate planning, two key individuals can make sure your wishes are carried out smoothly after your passing: the executor (also called the personal representative in Maryland)…
Learn MoreFour Potential Outcomes if You Die Without a Will
Your will is your last chance to say your proper goodbyes to your family members and friends. It can determine everything from who will gain access to your jewelry collection…
Learn MoreHow to Avoid a Will Contest
Your will is your final goodbye to your family members and friends, and you want it to be followed accordingly but drafting a will can be a difficult and emotional…
Learn MoreDo I Need to Plan for My Digital Estate?
Every day new technologies come out that simplify our lives. From virtual voice assistants to robot vacuums, technology is integrated into everyday lives. While 100 years ago, it was common…
Learn MoreEstate Planning After Remarriage
As life takes its twists and turns, many of us find ourselves embarking on a new chapter and remarrying later in life. It’s an exciting time filled with hope, love,…
Learn MoreImportance of Maintaining a Current Photo ID when Planning Ahead
When it comes to estate planning, most people focus on the most well-known important documents. Wills, trusts, and powers of attorney all come to the top of the mind. While…
Learn More2023 Estate Tax Exemption Goes Up
As we move into 2023, there is some good news for those who are planning their estates: the estate tax exemption amount is going up. This change will make it…
Learn MoreWhat Assets Can Be Included in a Trust
Implementing an estate plan ensures that your assets are handled according to your preferences following death, but the distribution of those assets may still be a lengthy process. One way…
Learn MoreAdvantages and Disadvantages of Avoiding Probate
While the probate process is meant to administer the assets of a deceased person, there are times when you may want to avoid probate entirely. Below, Douglas Lauenstein, a licensed…
Learn MoreFive Reasons to Hire an Estate Planning Attorney
Securing your assets before you pass is not only important but allows you to pass knowing your assets were placed in the right hands. Dividing your assets can be stressful…
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