The state of Maryland charges a probate fee for processing an estate through probate. The fee is calculated based on the total gross estate. However, this is not the only fee. Maryland will charge additional probate fees for entering claims and caveat papers, receiving copies of documents and letters of administration, among other administrative fees. Maryland […]

If you have created a Revocable Living Trust, to plan for mental disability and avoid probate, among other benefits, you still have the additional step of funding the Trust. Knowing what assets can be included is the next step in the process but deciding what assets should be included is just as important. For a […]

If you have a retirement plan you should keep your designated beneficiary updated. In the busyness of life, it can be easy for a matter like this to escape your attention but it is important to review the people you’ve named especially after life changing events such as marriage or divorce. But what happens if […]