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Estate Administration & Probate
Video: What is Estate Administration?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Mar 30, 2016 | Estate Administration & Probate
Is choosing an estate administrator a big decision? Considering all of the duties that an administrator may face, our estate planning law firm would caution against naming someone solely for sentimental reasons. In fact, a neutral party may be best positioned to avoid...
Probate process involves several important parts
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Sep 17, 2015 | Estate Administration & Probate
Probate is a legal process in Maryland through which the property of a deceased individual, called an estate, is passed on to charitable organizations, relatives or acquaintances. The process of probate is often viewed as being costly and lengthy. However, you can...
Estate administration is important job for executor
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Jul 1, 2015 | Estate Administration & Probate
The debts against an estate must be paid upon the death of a person. The executor of the estate is responsible for making sure those debts are paid in Maryland and across the nation. Part of the estate administration is to pay the people and the institutions that are...
President’s proposal would change estate administration rules
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Feb 10, 2015 | Estate Administration & Probate
When the President of the United States makes a speech, many people tend to listen. Many of those in Maryland interested in planning for estate administration may have paid closer attention to his recent State of the Union Address. The President's proposed plan may...
Roth IRA may or may not be best option in estate administration
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Feb 4, 2015 | Estate Administration & Probate
There are many types of estate planning tools available for consumers. However, the best options for estate administration plans depend upon a Maryland resident's individual circumstances. These types of considerations can be essential in attempting to decide whether...
Estate administration plans may need re-examining for 2015
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Jan 5, 2015 | Estate Administration & Probate
With the beginning of the new year, many people will be looking to make important changes to their lives. One of the most common goals for the new year will be to update one's estate administration plans in Maryland and elsewhere. It may be a good idea to do it this...
Psychological state plays role in probate court decision
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Dec 22, 2014 | Estate Administration & Probate
One's state of mind is important when making legally binding decisions. Not only is this important for the person making the decisions, but also it is essential in determining if a person's will is to be considered legally binding in probate court in Maryland or...
End of year is good time to start estate administration plans
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Dec 9, 2014 | Estate Administration & Probate
The holidays are a time for rejoicing and happiness for most families. However, the holidays are also a time for tying up loose ends in order to prepare for the coming new year in Maryland or any other state. Although thoughts about one's own death do not exactly...
Estate administration plans include more than tax planning
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Dec 3, 2014 | Estate Administration & Probate
When most people think of estate planning strategies, they think of minimizing tax liability. However, a good estate administration plan will take into consideration more than just tax issues. There are various other aspects, besides federal taxes, that are important...
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