Social media permeates our lives these days. In fact, most people cannot last an hour without at least checking their social media at least once, even at work. Yet, most of us forget to include it in our estate plans. If we do not plan for it, what happens to all of...
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Who are some alternatives to a court appointed guardian?
For many of us, our good health will not last forever. As we age, we could suffer physical or mental disabilities that prevent us from managing our medical care and assets. When this happens, a guardian might be appointed by the court to meet these needs. How is a...
Immigration and the Violence Against Women’s Act
For those fighting their way through the family immigration process in the United States, you know that it is complicated. And, unfortunately, some petitioners (citizens and non-citizen applicants) misuse the process to abuse non-citizen family members. How? They...
Will I have to pay a tax on my inheritance?
An inheritance can be a financial boon during a time of grief, but sometimes it can come at a price. In Maryland, the price is a tax levied against your inheritance. This is referred to as an inheritance tax. You may have heard of the federal estate tax, but not state...
Why everyone should have a will
It is easy to assume that having a will drafted is something that only wealthy people need to do, but everyone can benefit from having a will. You may believe the purpose of a will is to decide who gets your money or assets after you die. While that is one thing that...
Quick tips about employment visas
Anything that involves dealing with the federal government can seem like a mystery for Maryland residents. The labyrinth of laws and regulations involved in immigration questions, in particular, can seem particularly daunting. For example, employers who are looking...
Three estate planning considerations for business owners
Estate planning is oftentimes more complex than people anticipate. This is especially true for those who have significant assets or own a business. If you’re in the latter group, then now is the time to ensure that you have a solid estate plan in place to ensure that...
What are the positives and negatives of a revocable living trust?
Estate planning can be a confusing topic for many. In Maryland, when considering the options, people may want to stick to the simplest solutions like a will. However, in some instances, more is needed. For those who want to put a document in place where they can...
Guardianship for adults in Maryland
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...
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...
