Liz Glines

The Importance of IRA & Tax Planning in Maryland

Retirement only seems far away, or maybe it doesn’t. If you have acted responsibly, then you hopefully began saving for your retirement from a relatively young age. But saving and picking the right investments is only part of the process. Are you putting those retirement assets in a scenario where they receive the best possible […]

Do you still need a will in Maryland if you have a living trust?

Why consulting a knowledgeable Maryland wills and estates attorney is essential to making sure your plan is comprehensive There are many advantages to a living trust. These instruments can help avoid Probate proceedings and allow for money and assets to be distributed sooner and more privately. Living trusts are also flexible, and can be amended […]

Navigating the Death of Loved One: What to Know and How We Can Help

There are no words to express the emotions associated with the loss of a loved one. Even when the death is expected due to terminal illness, you and your family will likely deal with significant pain and grief. It is critical for your emotional and spiritual well-being to mourn the death of those close to […]

Valentine’s Day: Give the Gift of an Estate Plan

Some call it a “Hallmark holiday” or a “jewelry and chocolate industry plot,” but Valentine’s Day has achieved critical importance in our modern society. For many couples, Valentine’s Day serves as a referendum on their relationship. What gifts were received? How thoughtful were they? Was the holiday romantic? Where do both sides see the relationship […]

Avoiding Probate in Virginia & Washington D.C.

If you live in or around the D.C. Beltway, it can often seem like one state with lots of traffic. Of course, the D.C. Metro area is comprised of the State of Maryland, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Each one is a separate and distinct jurisdiction with its own sovereign laws. […]

Q&A: Reducing Taxes and Improving Financial Position

Q: With the end of the year quickly approaching, what are some important tax, estate planning and financial planning measures we can take to reduce our taxes and improve our financial position? A: Year-end financial oversights and mistakes can be costly. With so many gifts to purchase and holiday parties to attend, it is easy […]

Avoiding Probate in Maryland

How to Avoid Probate in Maryland What happens to your property when you pass away? With certain exceptions, the answer to that question is generally up to you. Yet, many people are surprised to know that steps taken during their lifetime can have a significant impact on how their property – including homes, stocks, cars, […]

Why You Need a Will

Why Do I Need a Will in Maryland? Many relatively young, healthy people like to think that death will come many years down the line. They further envision that they will pass away surrounded by friends and family, with peace of mind because they have made all necessary preparations for this eventuality. That is to […]

Plan for the Unexpected

Plan for the unexpected in everything you do. I am sitting right now at my house, built in 1878, watching two guys install a new TV on the wall of my home office. They thought it was going to be easy, until they found out that old houses have different construction in the walls that […]

Time, Detail, Title of Assets & Clarity are Critical to an Effective Estate Plan

On October 12, 2010, the Court of Appeals of Michigan reaffirmed the notion that the title of assets and clear language in a Will or Trust is key effective estate planning. While we want to believe that our friends, family, and peers are goodhearted and will honor their words, the only way to ensure that […]

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