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What if an Executor of a Will Makes a Mistake?

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The executor of a will has a lot of important responsibilities during the probate process. Unfortunately, there are circumstances where executors are not able to fulfill those responsibilities in an appropriate way. If this happens, it can be unfortunate for everyone involved. Executors should try to do everything they can to avoid errors and to fulfill their duties so they can honor the wishes of … [Read more...] about What if an Executor of a Will Makes a Mistake?

What if an Executor of a Will Makes a Mistake? (Audio)

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 "What if an Executor of a Will Makes a Mistake?" by Victor A. Lembo … [Read more...] about What if an Executor of a Will Makes a Mistake? (Audio)

4 Reasons Why You Don’t Want to Die Intestate

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If you die without a will or otherwise making an estate plan, you are said to die intestate. When you pass away and no plans have been made for the distribution of your assets, intestacy law will determine what is going to happen to all of the wealth acquired during the course of your lifetime. You may not want these default laws to determine what happens to everything you have worked so hard to … [Read more...] about 4 Reasons Why You Don’t Want to Die Intestate

Differences Between Maryland Inheritance Tax and Estate Taxes

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It is very important to know inheritance tax Maryland rules, whether you are making an estate plan or whether you stand to inherit after someone has passed away. It is also important to know estate tax rules. In Maryland, there are laws requiring estate tax and inheritance tax to be paid under certain circumstances. Maryland is one of very few states which impose an inheritance tax. Because of the … [Read more...] about Differences Between Maryland Inheritance Tax and Estate Taxes

Free Estate Planning Seminars Next Week! Register now!

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  The clock is ticking!  If you have not yet signed up for one of our Free Estate Planning Seminars, time is running out!  The Waldorf location is already full!  We still have seats at Chesapeake Beach, Edgewater, Annapolis and Bowie but they are filling up fast! The presentation establishes the necessary components of an effective estate plan.  It is delivered as a case study profiling the … [Read more...] about Free Estate Planning Seminars Next Week! Register now!

A Comprehensive Estate Plan Includes Funding

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 This article was written by Stephen C. Hartnett, J.D., LL.M., Associate Director of Education, American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, Inc. and provided to you courtesy of Attorney Nicole Livingston, Sinclair Prosser Gasior A comprehensive estate plan is one that includes all the documents necessary to handle the affairs of the person if they were to die or become incapacitated today. … [Read more...] about A Comprehensive Estate Plan Includes Funding

Parents of a Disabled Child Must Know How to Apply for Medicaid in Maryland

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If you have a disabled child, you need to know how to apply for Medicaid in Maryland. Your child may have high medical costs and Medicaid can help you to get more coverage and to get covered for things that standard insurance may not pay for. If your child has a serious disability that impacts his or her ability to work, you may also need to ensure that your child is able to obtain access to … [Read more...] about Parents of a Disabled Child Must Know How to Apply for Medicaid in Maryland

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Studies Show Electronic Health Records Routinely Fail to Give Doctors Access to Advance Directives

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All our estate planning clients receive a free membership in the DocuBank advance directives registry to make sure their advance directives are always available at the hospital. New studies prove the importance of this access. Two new studies show that ER doctors are almost never able to find their patients’ advance directives in Electronic Health Records (EHRs). This is a huge problem for you … [Read more...] about Studies Show Electronic Health Records Routinely Fail to Give Doctors Access to Advance Directives

Myths and Facts about the Maryland Inheritance Tax

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As we work hard to build financial security and to leave a legacy, we do not want our estates to be subject to heavy taxation. However, Maryland may assess an inheritance tax when certain individuals inherit money or property after a death. Inheritance taxes are not common, and Maryland is one of just two states within the United States that collects both an inheritance tax and an estate … [Read more...] about Myths and Facts about the Maryland Inheritance Tax

Myths and Facts about the Maryland Inheritance Tax (Audio)

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  "Myths and Facts about the Maryland Inheritance Tax" by Attorney Victor A. Lembo … [Read more...] about Myths and Facts about the Maryland Inheritance Tax (Audio)

Why Include Compelling Reasons in an Estate Plan?

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In spite of good intentions when establishing your Living Trust estate plan, there are events that may occur between when you set up your plan and after your death when your wealth is distributed.  For example, let’s say you left your assets “free of trust”, meaning outright in one lump sum, to your three children who are grown, responsible and able to take care of themselves.  But shortly after … [Read more...] about Why Include Compelling Reasons in an Estate Plan?

Why Include Compelling Reasons In My Estate Plan? (Audio)

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  "Why Include Compelling Reasons in My Estate Plan?" by Attorney Colleen Sinclair Prosser … [Read more...] about Why Include Compelling Reasons In My Estate Plan? (Audio)

Free Estate Planning seminar schedule for March 2017 is now available!

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The seminar schedule for our Free Estate Planning March 2017 seminars has been posted at https://spgasior.com/seminars/  Once there you will  be able to register for our seminar and  download our Free Estate Planning Worksheet.  There's a lot that goes into setting up a comprehensive estate plan, but with our FREE worksheet, you'll be one step closer to getting yourself and your family on the path … [Read more...] about Free Estate Planning seminar schedule for March 2017 is now available!