When people face the end of their lives, they may find themselves unable to dictate the terms of their medical treatment. This may be because they are either completely incapacitated due to an illness or simply unable to communicate. To avoid this kind of situation,...
Recently, we wrote on this blog about how the Maryland legislature is considering changes to the estate tax system that could benefit family farms. However, other bills currently pending legislative action could also help ease estate administration for everyone by...
In drawing up a will, there are a number of things that Maryland residents should consider. First, there are certain requirements that need to be followed in order for a will to be considered valid. But secondly, one should keep in mind that one's last will and...
For most Maryland residents, estate planning mostly involves the immediate and near future. That is, they put in place plans that will help them to minimize the impact of taxation while maximizing the size of the estate for heirs and beneficiaries. However, through a...
