Estate Planning for Couples
October is one of the most popular months for couples to tie the knot in the United States. While wedding planning [...]
We ALL Need to Be Prepared for Incapacity
When President Trump was admitted to Walter Reed Medical Center for Covid-19 treatment earlier this month, the internet exploded with “what [...]
In Memory of Kent Wells
It is with heavy heart that I share that our dear friend, Kent Wells passed away this morning. Kent was the [...]
Trump v. Biden: How Their Tax Policies Will Impact Your Planning
During normal times, we recommend having your estate plan reviewed and updated every four years or in the event of a [...]
September 11 Observance of Flight 93
We are proud supporters of Friends of Flight 93 - an organization dedicated to honoring the sacrifice and courage of the passengers [...]
Happy Labor Day from the Altman Team!
We would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Labor Day! Today, especially, we will be thinking about the many [...]
NOW is the Time to Review Your Estate Planning Documents.
As an estate planning attorney, I make every effort to remind my clients to keep their estate plans current. My general [...]
Maryland’s New Elective Share Law
Maryland law provides protections so that a spouse cannot be disinherited. Absent a valid prenuptial (or postnuptial) agreement, the law currently [...]
D.C. Budget Update: Estate Tax Threshold Lowered Pending Final Approval
On July 28 2020, the D.C. Council approved the "Budget Support Act" - a series of policy changes tied to the implementation [...]
Loans to Family Members: What You Need to Know
Under the right circumstances, an intrafamily loan can be a powerful estate planning tool because it allows you to transfer wealth [...]