Estate Planning
Why An Estate Plan Is Necessary
Implementing an estate plan ensures that your money and property are handled according to your preferences following your death. Below, Douglas Lauenstein, a licensed estate planning attorney, addresses the importance…
Learn MoreHow to Avoid Probate in Maryland
Probate is a legal proceeding that acknowledges a final will and testament and appoints a Personal Advocate to transfer the assets to the intended beneficiaries. The determination of probating a…
Learn MoreEstate Planning for Unmarried Partners
Although estate planning is essential for married couples, it is potentially even more crucial for unmarried couples. Unmarried couples will be unable to make end-of-life decisions or inherit from each…
Learn MoreThe Basics on Maryland Wills
A last will and testament is a written document that outlines the wants and wishes one has for the distribution of their property and possessions after their passing. A last…
Learn MoreEstate Planning during COVID-19
COVID-19 has impacted every facet of our lives, including estate planning. Even as federal regulations weaken, many are still looking to create a plan for their finances if they were…
Learn MoreGetting Your Estate Plan Up to Date for the New Year
This past year was one full of changes, fluctuating restrictions and continuous health scares. While the New Year is a time for a fresh start, it is also a time…
Learn MoreEstate Planning for a Child with a Disability
When beginning the estate planning process, you want to make sure you create a clear and comprehensive plan for your loved ones in the event you become incapacitated or pass…
Learn MoreTop 5 Things to Remember in Your Estate Plan
As you consider building your estate plan, the process can often feel time consuming and overwhelming. However, creating a cohesive and detailed estate plan will benefit your loved ones tremendously…
Learn MoreDeciding Between a Nursing Home or In-Home Care
As your loved one ages, it can feel overwhelming to figure out what their next steps should be, especially if they are suffering from physical decline, or mental decline such…
Learn MoreWhat is the Probate Process?
When someone passes, it is normal for their loved ones to experience waves of heavy emotion and grief. In the midst of this emotionally charged time, the family of the…
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