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A will is a powerful estate planning document in Maryland that lets you determine what happens to your assets and property after you die. You can use a will to name an executor, who will be in charge of carrying out your wishes, and beneficiaries, who will receive...
Wills are used primarily to determine what happens to assets that remain in your Maryland estate after your passing. As a general rule, a will is valid from the moment it is executed. However, it is possible to revoke or otherwise render a current or previous version...
When someone passes away, things are made exponentially more challenging when a will isn't valid. When the validity of a will is called into question, life is made even harder for loved ones who are already dealing with loss and grief. So how do you know if your will...
If you've accumulated assets, like a bank account and home, while living in Maryland, it's essential to have a will. Using this legal document to protect the best interests of any children you have is also vital. It specifies your last wishes on who should be a...
A lot of people in Maryland haven’t given any thought to their last will and testament. So, if you have a rough draft of your will, you’re already ahead of most people. Before you sign your final will, however, you should make sure that you know what it takes to...
Are you getting ready to prepare your will? If you live in the state of Maryland, there are a few basics that you need to know. These details can save a lot of time, energy and money for you and your heirs. What is the definition of a will? Wills are also known in the...
If you live in Maryland and you are creating an estate plan, it may be helpful to think through any potential conflicts that the plan may raise. This can help you take steps to ensure that your wishes are clear and to consider any other precautions. One of the things...
People in Maryland who are creating an estate plan may want to include an advance directive as a part of it. An advance directive contains documents that instruct people about the type of care that you want if you are incapacitated and therefore cannot communicate....
Most people in Maryland haven’t created any will at all yet. According to AARP, only 40% of Americans have written their first will. However, writing a will isn’t a single-step process. Your will should be reviewed and updated from time to time as circumstances in...
Dealing with the question of child custody in Maryland when both parents or the last remaining parent passes away is not simple. On the one hand, parents have the ability to use legal documentation to try to name a new guardian, but on the other hand, the court also...