How Much is a Personal Representative Compensated in Maryland Probate?

If you have taken on the responsibility of being the Personal Representative of an estate in Maryland, you may be wondering if—and how much—you will be compensated for your time and effort. The role of Personal Representative involves a variety of tasks and responsibilities, which we have written about in our post “What is […]
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Jun, 19, 2025
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Charles County Recordation Tax Set to Increase in July of 2025

Charles County’s commissioners recently voted to increase the recordation tax from $5 to $7 per $500. This tax increase, which goes into effect on July 25, 2025, applies only to properties being sold. The vote to amend Section 281-1 of the Charles County Code took place on June 10, 2025. Fortunately, the same […]
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Jun, 05, 2025
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Incorporating Your Maryland Timeshare Into Your Estate Plan

Timeshares are owned in one of two ways: leased or deeded. Leased, or contractual, ownership provides you with use of the property for specific periods of time. In most cases, the lease is not terminated upon death and there may be limitations on inheritance. When a person passes away, the decedent’s estate is required to […]
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May, 12, 2025
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I Found a Mistake on My Maryland Property Deed! What Now?

Human errors in property deeds are more common than you might think. If you have come across a mistake in your property deed—a misspelled name, an incorrect index number or legal description, or the wrong form of co-ownership, for instance—the problem can be fixed, in most cases, with a Corrective Deed. Why is this important? […]
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Apr, 17, 2025
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The Importance of Homeowner’s Insurance for Maryland Probate

Homeowner’s insurance is an often-overlooked aspect of estate administration. If you are the Personal Representative of an estate, you have the fiduciary responsibility of securing and protecting all of the decedent’s assets, which includes making sure their homeowner’s insurance remains in effect for the estate’s real property. As the Personal Representative you should determine […]
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Mar, 19, 2025
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How Does Adding a Child to a Property Deed Impact Capital Gains Taxes in Maryland?

A capital gains tax is based on the increased value of an asset. When a major asset, such as a home or an investment, is sold, capital gains taxes are likely to apply. A question we’re often asked is whether or not a property should be gifted to a beneficiary while the property owner is […]
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Feb, 14, 2025
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Can a Non-U.S. Citizen Create a Last Will and Testament in Maryland?

The short answer is yes, Maryland law allows non-U.S. citizens to create a Last Will and Testament provided they are at least 18 years of age and of sound mind. Keep in mind that each state may have specific laws governing what a Will should contain, how it should be executed, and any legal requirements […]
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Jan, 16, 2025
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New Estate and Gift Tax Exemption Levels for Maryland

The IRS recently announced an increase in federal estate and gift tax exemptions for 2025. While this change will mainly impact high-net-worth individuals, this may be a good time for you to revisit and reconsider your strategies for transferring wealth moving forward. The federal estate tax is a tax imposed on any transfer of […]
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Dec, 06, 2024
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Do Not Pay For a Copy of Your Maryland Property Deed

If you have recently transferred the ownership of a property title, you may have received a mailing from a company called Property Records offering a property profile along with “a copy of the only document that identifies [you] as the property owner of [your address], by a recently recorded transferred property title.” Many of our […]
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Nov, 14, 2024
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What Is a Lien Certificate and Why Do I Need One When Transferring My Baltimore City or County Property Title?

A lien certificate is a document issued by the city or county finance office that identifies municipal charges owed to the city or county. A lien certificate will state any outstanding taxes or utilities owed, as well as any property violations and unpaid citations. Note that neither the city nor the county will record a […]
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Oct, 11, 2024
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