"Funeral Preplanning" by Attorney Colleen Sinclair Prosser … [Read more...] about Funeral Preplanning (Audio)
I’ve Signed My Estate Planning Documents – Now What? (Audio)
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4 Important Reasons Why You Need an Estate Plan
Some believe they have not accumulated enough wealth or assets to warrant an estate plan at the present moment. In light of the fact that many young people are saddled with debt, either from credit cards or student loans, it may seem unnecessary to formulate a plan that transfers wealth if your liabilities exceed your assets. However, a simple will is important for young couples who have children … [Read more...] about 4 Important Reasons Why You Need an Estate Plan
Checklist for Your Estate Planning Consultation – Audio
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Maryland Estate Tax Exemption Raised
On May 15, 2014, Governor O’Malley signed a bill that will raise the Maryland estate tax exemption. The General Assembly passed the legislation this session and there was much anticipation as to whether the governor would sign the bill. Currently, the state estate exemption is One Million Dollars in Maryland. This means that if you pass away with less than One Million Dollars of assets, you … [Read more...] about Maryland Estate Tax Exemption Raised
10 Essential Estate Planning Facts
“You may delay, but time will not,” Benjamin Franklin. Everyone knows that they need an estate plan, but few of us do anything about it. In fact, according to a 2007 study, more than 55% of Americans don’t even have a simple Will. And yet, the clock is ticking for all of us. So why don’t more of us actually put together an estate plan? For some, it’s a morbid fear that by thinking about death, … [Read more...] about 10 Essential Estate Planning Facts
“Ten Essential Estate Planning Facts” – Audio
"Ten Essential Estate Planning Facts" by Attorney Nicole Livingston … [Read more...] about “Ten Essential Estate Planning Facts” – Audio
“What is Probate?” by Attorney Brooke Shemer
Many people ask what is involved when there is a probate estate. Probate is the process of gathering and distributing a person's assets after death. If the individual died with a will, the will must be filed with the Register of Wills. Property owned by the decedent must be inventoried and appraised. Only assets owned solely in the decedent's name, as well as property owned jointly as tenants … [Read more...] about “What is Probate?” by Attorney Brooke Shemer
“What is Probate?” (Audio)
"What is Probate" by Attorney Brooke J. Shemer … [Read more...] about “What is Probate?” (Audio)
“A Definition of Five Special Needs Trusts” (Audio) YOUR ESTATE MATTERS
"A Definition of Five Special Needs Trusts" by Attorney Colleen Sinclair Prosser … [Read more...] about “A Definition of Five Special Needs Trusts” (Audio) YOUR ESTATE MATTERS
