The Maryland probate process takes place through the Register of Wills and Orphan's Court when someone has died with property in the state. However, probate may be avoidable if one chooses to work with an estate planning lawyer to structure ownership of assets and facilitate the transfer of those assets outside of probate. There are many reasons why it makes sense to arrange for your asset to … [Read more...] about How the Maryland Probate Process Can Affect Your Family
How the Maryland Probate Process Can Affect Your Family (Audio)
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Considerations When Choosing the Executor of a Will
The executor of a will has to do many different things during the probate process which are of great importance. When you are preparing your estate plan, you need to make certain that the person who you select to serve as executor of an estate is someone you can trust absolutely to serve your interests and to facilitate the fast and effective transfer of your assets to the people you … [Read more...] about Considerations When Choosing the Executor of a Will
Preparing to Meet with a Probate Attorney
Meeting with a Maryland probate attorney can be very important if someone you love has passed away. The individual the decedent has named as executor of an estate should meet with a probate lawyer as soon as possible in order to get advice about fulfilling his or her duties. If you are an heir or beneficiary, you may also consider meeting with an experienced attorney to understand your options … [Read more...] about Preparing to Meet with a Probate Attorney
Preparing to Meet with a Probate Attorney (Audio)
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Is Probate in Maryland Always Required?
"Is Probate in Maryland Always Required?" by Attorney Colleen Sinclair Prosser (please click on link for full article) Many people are under the impression that assets are immediately transferred to your heirs after you die if you use a last will and testament to state your final wishes. In reality, the heirs do not receive their inheritances right away because the will is admitted to … [Read more...] about Is Probate in Maryland Always Required?
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Upcoming FREE Continuing Education Seminar for Licensed Professionals
Sinclair Prosser Gasior is pleased to present A Free Continuing Education event sponsored by the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys “Wills and the Probate Process” What is a Will? What is Probate? What Happens to My Assets? Who is in Charge of My Estate and Family? Understand the Importance of Planning and Its Effects on the Family and the Distribution of Assets Examine the … [Read more...] about Upcoming FREE Continuing Education Seminar for Licensed Professionals
Free Estate Planning Seminars Next Week! Register now!
The estate planning seminars establishes the necessary components of an effective estate plan. The seminar is presented in a case study format profiling the life of Bill and Mary Jones. Several scenarios are used to relay the impact of estate planning issues relating to probate, disability due to incompetence, protection of government benefits for special needs loved ones, second marriages, … [Read more...] about Free Estate Planning Seminars Next Week! Register now!
A Life Estate Deed Can Be an Important Tool in Medicaid Planning
A particular type of Life Estate Deed can be an important tool in estate planning and Medicaid eligibility. The titling of property is a large component of your estate planning which should be discussed when meeting with an attorney. Often, your primary home is the first to be examined. How do you currently hold title to your house? There are a number of different ways to hold title to your … [Read more...] about A Life Estate Deed Can Be an Important Tool in Medicaid Planning
