How Do I Incorporate My Business into My Estate Planning? – Annapolis and Towson Estate Planning

Running and owning a business is just like raising a child: Both are investments in the future, and both require a lot of time, resources and effort to raise successfully. One can argue that you would treat your business like you'd treat a child; you'd want it to succeed even after you've passed on or retired.

Failure to Act on a Will Can Lead to a Loss of an Estate – Annapolis and Towson Estate Planning

Probate is the legal process of presenting the will to the public, by hiring an attorney to present the will to the judge of the probate court. If the judge finds that the will meets all the necessary legal criteria, and there is no contest of the will, the judge signs a court order recognizing the will and authorizing the nominated executor to act for the estate.

Is There Estate Tax on the Property I Inherited? – Annapolis and Towson Estate Planning

Real estate is one of the most common types of assets that pass from one generation to the next through inheritance. Whether you expect to inherit property or plan to leave some behind, it pays to be aware of the basic tax implications.