Most of us are familiar with the concept of guardianship for children. Until they reach 18, children are not considered capable of managing their own medical, financial and other affairs, so their parents have a responsibility to take care of these for them. If the...
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Is an incentive trust right for your estate plan?
Figuring out how to leave your estate to your loved ones can be difficult to do. You might be worried about fairness or having tough conversations about why you’re not leaving assets to someone who may be expecting you to do so, or you may be concerned about how...
Basic steps in the estate administration process
If you are appointed a personal representative for someone who has passed away, it is your responsibility to administer their estate. You may feel overwhelmed by the process and the numerous requirements involved. The estate administration process in Maryland involves...
How do I get my fiancé into the United States?
For reality TV lovers, 90 Day Fiancé is probably within their viewing rotation. This show centers on Americans looking to bring their foreign fiancés into the United States. The 90-day part refers to the K-1 nonimmigrant visa program. Fiancé visas If you are a U.S....
Helping you create and revisit an estate plan
Maryland residents often have plans in place, just in case something happens or goes wrong. An emergency fund could help address medical bills or a new furnace in the home. A retirement account funds your retirement, once you are ready to stop your working days. And...
Petitioning for a family member to immigrate to the United States
Coming to the United States and obtaining a Green Card is a huge step, especially for those seeking to obtain citizenship. While it is a situation that offers many benefits for this immigrant status, one may feel as though they need something more. As such, many...
Aside from tax savings, how could a trust help me?
Historically, Marylanders have used trusts as a way of saving their estates money on different types of taxes. Times have changed, however. For example, the vast majority of people who live in the Prince George’s County suburbs now do not have to worry about the...
Employment-based immigration visas
The United States relies on noncitizens to fill many jobs and contribute to its economy. The government has almost 140,000 immigrant visas available each fiscal year for noncitizens, their spouses and their children who seek to immigrate to this country based on their...
Advance directives are for everyone
When we think about estate planning, we tend to think of it as an activity for people who are older. We think trusts and wills are for people who have accumulated assets and reached a certain stage in their life when they need to think about what should be done with...
Amending a Maryland estate plan after a divorce
The pain and stress of divorce A divorce can be painful and stressful, and going through the process may drain a person’s energy. When the final order is issued, many people tend to think that the entire process is complete. Sadly, this thought is incorrect. A newly...
