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People who are creating an estate plan have to determine how they’re going to get their assets to their loved ones. This can be done through the will, but there’s also the option of using a trust to handle this. If you decide that you’re going to use trusts, you’ll...
Some couples remain in long-term committed relationships for years and even decades without getting married or registering as domestic partners. Couples who choose not to codify their relationship with the state often remain together and happy longer than a lot of...
Adults have the right to establish wills. They can provide instructions regarding the distribution of their property and the support of their dependents after their passing. They can choose who administers their estate. Wills are important documents that can have...
A terminal cancer diagnosis changes your life in the most frightening ways. Beyond the emotional and physical toll, it often forces you to think about things you may have put off, like your estate plan. If you live in Maryland, this is the time to make sure your...
Receiving an inheritance is more than a blessing; it’s also a responsibility. While it often comes during an emotionally charged time, it’s also an opportunity to strengthen your own financial legacy. Many people mistakenly view inheritances as “bonus money.” ...
Estate planning isn’t something that most adults look forward to handling; however, it’s critical so they can ensure their assets and other wishes are handled according to what they want. Some individuals don’t realize that many estate plans are more than just a...
There is a tendency to avoid contemplating one’s own mortality. But that won’t postpone the inevitable. It’s far better to be responsible and do your estate planning now while you have the time. But even those who have written their wills, funded trusts, drawn up...
You always believed in living within your means and paying your bills on time. That’s why you were able to amass a significant amount of savings and retirement funds. While your future appears secure, you worry about how your heirs and beneficiaries might run through...
Remarriage inspires estate planning considerations that shouldn't be overlooked. When you're blending families, acquiring new assets or navigating obligations from a prior marriage, revisiting and updating your estate plan after remarriage can make a big difference...
If you have already named someone to execute your estate when you die, it’s likely you thought long and hard about choosing them. Despite this, it is important to remember that you always have the right to change your choice. There are no conditions on when or why you...