You may want to leave an inheritance to your adult children, but what if one of your children has poor spending habits, is a young adult or has a drug or alcohol problem? What if you want your child to go to college or hold down a job before receiving an inheritance?...
estate planning
Treatment of estate assets without a will
Estate planning can be complicated, but it is a necessary process so that an individual’s assets pass to those they wish upon the individual’s death. A foundational document in the estate planning process is a will. A will is a tool that allows an individual to...
Should I update my estate plan?
Many people believe that developing a comprehensive estate plan is a one-and-done proposition. This is not the case as numerous elements of the estate plan require maintenance to account for changing relationships, both personal and professional, as well as...
Choosing the right executor to administer your estate
One of the most vital decisions associated with estate planning involves choosing a person to oversee your estate. Most people select a family member such as an adult child or a spouse to fill the important role of an estate executor. However, you can choose whomever...
Why every young adult needs an estate plan
It's not uncommon to think that estate planning doesn't really apply to you when you're in your twenties or thirties. After all, you're still young and healthy, and you may not even own property yet or have much money to your name. However, the fact is that tomorrow...
How a revocable living trust can benefit your estate plan
In five years, do you think you will have the same desires for your assets and properties? What about in ten years? While developing foolproof estate plans may require some elements of irrevocability, a revocable trust may be necessary for certain assets. There are...
How to prevent heirs contesting the will
Parents have a lot to worry about when it comes to their family. Though their children may grow up and have families of their own, parents may still see them as the kids they once were. Many parents take any opportunity they can to show their children they care. A...
Verbal estate planning can leave much up to chance
Though it can be difficult to consider how loved ones will live after one's passing, it can be a necessary scenario to think about. Taking the needs of family members and possible future issues into consideration could help Maryland residents through the estate...
Answering beneficiary questions when estate planning
When faced with a situation that one does not have experience with, it is understandable to have questions. It is typically smart to ask questions in uncertain scenarios to ensure that those involved know what is going on. Even with something like estate planning,...
When estate planning, remember a representative payee for the SSA
When getting older, many Maryland residents have a number of matters to think about. In particular, they may want to ensure that their affairs are in order so that their families have an easier time handling events associated with a person's incapacitation or passing....