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Category Archives: Real Estate Lawyer Maryland

Maryland Property Law Attorney: Purpose of the Maryland Homestead Credit

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The Homestead Credit limits the yearly increase in taxable assessments for qualifying Maryland real property. Once the Maryland Homestead Credit is applied the county and municipality must limit taxable assessment increases to 10% or less each year. The Homestead Credit has no impact on the market value of the property, it is simply a cap […]

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Dorchester County Property Deed Transfer Lawyer: Dorchester County Title Transfer Requirements

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There are several important steps, and decisions made, when properly filing a Maryland property deed and title. There are state requirements and Dorchester County deed filing requirements, specifically: “Dorchester County – Except as provided in RP § 3-104(c)(1) with respect to personal property taxes, RP § 3-104(b)(3) applies to property in: Brookview, Cambridge (plus property […]

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Kent County Deed Transfer Lawyer: Kent County Property Deed Filing Requirements

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There are several important steps and decisions that must be made when properly filing a Maryland real estate deed. Along with the state requirements, Kent County deed filings have the additional requirement: “Instruments transferring title. For any instrument that transfers title and/or effects a change in ownership on the real property tax records of SDAT […]

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Maryland Property Tax Appeals, Lawyer: Annual Appeal of Property Assessment

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My property was just reassessed last year. Is it too late for you to challenge my assessment? No! We can challenge your assessment for the next tax year but I must file your appeal by January 1st. For a free, confidential conversation to learn more about contesting your property taxes and a professional legal assessment […]

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Maryland Property Tax Appeals, Lawyer: Assessed Value vs. Home Value

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If the assessed value of my property is reduced, will this lower the value of my home? No! Your fair market value and your assessed value are different values. When real estate professionals value a property they take current market data into consideration and place no emphasis on the assessed value. The value of your […]

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Frederick County Maryland Property Deed Transfer Lien Sheet/Certificate Requirement

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There are several important steps and decisions that must be made when properly filing a Maryland real estate deed. To ensure your deed transfer is drafted and filed correctly under Maryland and county laws, call or e-mail now for a free confidential consultation: Maryland deed transfer attorney Stephen J. Reichert at 410-299-4959, sreichert@reichertlegal.com or by […]

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Maryland Property Deed Recording Fees, Surcharges, Recordation Tax, State Transfer Tax and County Transfer Tax, Laws & Requirements.

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In addition to the potential withholding payment required by Maryland law, one must pay to the county/state the applicable recording fee and surcharge, any applicable recordation tax (unless collected by the county fiscal office), any applicable state transfer tax, and any applicable county transfer tax (unless collected by the county fiscal office). To ensure your […]

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Maryland Deed Transfer Services: When Should a Property Deed be Updated in Maryland?

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In my experience there are several occasions when you should consider updating your Maryland property deed, however it is not always advisable to do so. The following are times when you should consider a deed transfer however I recommend you speak with an experienced Maryland property law attorney before deciding whether a transfer is best […]

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Baltimore County Maryland Property Deed Transfer Lien Sheet/Certificate Requirement

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There are several important steps and decisions that must be made when properly filing a Baltimore County, Maryland real estate deed. Besides all of the Maryland state requirements, Baltimore County, Maryland deed filings have the additional requirement: “[Baltimore] County taxes, assessments and charges. Except as provided in RP § 3-104(c)(1)7 with respect to personal property […]

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Maryland Deed Transfer Attorney: Anne Arundel County Property Deed Transfer Lien Sheet/Certificate Requirement

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There are several important steps and decisions that must be made when properly filing a Maryland real estate deed. Besides all of the state requirements, Anne Arundel County deed filings have the additional requirement: “County taxes, assessments and charges. Except as provided in RP § 3-104(c)(1)7 with respect to personal property taxes, except as provided […]

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