Many people living in Maryland have misconceptions about when they need to have wills written. They often believe that a will is not needed until they have acquired some level of wealth. However, there are more reasons to have a will than many people may realize.Some...
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Remember your pets in your estate plan
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Oct 2, 2017 | Wills
For many Maryland residents, animals are more than just pets. They're a part of the family. This can be especially true for older individuals that live alone. However, pets are often overlooked in an estate plan. One woman died in her home at the age of 82. She...
A living will is not just for the sick and elderly
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Sep 27, 2017 | Wills
Thinking about one's own mortality can be daunting. Too many individuals put off making a will because of what that document represents. This is especially true for a living will or health care proxy. Some Maryland residents may find it difficult to discuss how their...
Estate plan tools could impact need for probate in Maryland
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Sep 7, 2017 | Wills
Once individuals decide to start estate planning, they may feel a sense of direction when it comes to getting their affairs in order. Even before creating the legal documents associated with their plans, they may begin sorting through their ideas of what arrangements...
Self-created estate plan could leave room for dispute in Maryland
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Aug 24, 2017 | Wills
Estate planning needs can vary from person to person. As a result, some individuals may feel that they could easily create an estate plan that suits their desires without outside assistance. However, this method of creation could leave room for serious error, even...
Making excuses may not warrant skipping a Maryland estate plan
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Jul 13, 2017 | Wills
If Maryland residents put off estate planning, they may take some comfort in knowing that they are among a large group of people who procrastinate when it comes to such a task. However, that comfort may not stretch far as the lack of an estate plan could have negative...
How can an estate plan help avoid probate?
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Jun 21, 2017 | Wills
Starting to think about estate planning may seem intimidating to many Maryland residents. Because there are many aspects of life to consider as well as the variety of planning tools that could potentially be utilized, it is understandable that some parties may be...
Living will may benefit any Maryland resident
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Jun 13, 2017 | Wills
Without having any close family, many Maryland residents may have felt a sense of freedom. They likely enjoyed the idea that they held no familial obligations and could handle their lives as they pleased. However, at some point, they may begin to wonder what will...
An estate plan may help Maryland business owners name successors
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | Jun 9, 2017 | Wills
Having a business can be a complex endeavor. However, the majority of successful Maryland business owners likely feel that their companies have allowed them to live the lives they desired and that the hard work necessary to achieve success is well worth the effort....
Valuation may play important role in creating a will in Maryland
On Behalf of The Law Office of Morrison & McGrew, P.A. | May 4, 2017 | Wills
Maryland residents with children likely want to ensure that their kids receive a portion of their estates in the event of their deaths. Estate planning can help individuals detail their property division wishes by utilizing a will. However, dividing up assets may not...
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