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The Rise of Professional Squatters in Maryland: What Landlords Need to Know
A recent viral social media post advertised “squatter houses” in Maryland for $1,500, complete with changed locks and fake leases. Desperate renters are told landlords can’t legally remove them quickly and might even pay them to leave.

Understanding Title Issues in Maryland Real Estate
Learn how title problems can delay or derail real estate deals—and what you can do to resolve them quickly and legally. Whether you’re buying your first home or closing your hundredth deal, real estate transactions in Maryland always hinge on one critical detail

Child Custody in Maryland: How the Courts Decide
Understand how Maryland courts approach child custody, what factors they consider, and what you can do to strengthen your parenting plan.

Golden Years, Smart Plans: Estate Planning Tips for Maryland Seniors
Entering retirement? Here's how estate planning can help Maryland seniors protect assets, plan for long-term care, and ensure medical wishes are honored.

Safeguarding Your Love and Legacy: Estate Planning for LGBTQ+ Couples and Families
For LGBTQ+ couples, estate planning isn’t just about managing money—it’s about ensuring that your partner and family are legally protected. While laws have improved in recent years, it’s still important to have a solid plan in place.

Art That Lasts: Estate Planning Tips for Artists and Creative Professionals
As an artist or creative professional, your work is more than just a job—it’s your passion and legacy. Whether you paint, write, compose music, or create digital art, your creations are valuable assets.

Your Digital Life, Your Legacy: Estate Planning Tips for Nomads
As a digital nomad, you live life on the move, often working from different countries and experiencing new cultures. But what happens to your belongings, digital accounts, and assets if something unexpected happens?

Owning Property in Multiple States? Key Steps in Cross-State Estate Planning
If you own property in more than one state, it’s important to make sure your estate plan covers everything. Without proper planning, your family may face delays and legal challenges when it’s time to manage your estate.

The Ethical Will: Passing Down Values and Wisdom
Estate planning is often focused on financial assets like money, property, and investments. But what about the values, life lessons, and wisdom you want to leave behind for your loved ones?

International Estate Planning for Expatriates
Living abroad can be an exciting adventure, but it also comes with new responsibilities—especially when it comes to estate planning. If you’re an expatriate, managing your estate across different countries can be complicated.

The 5 Most Common Estate Planning Errors (And How to Avoid Them)
Creating an estate plan is one of the best ways to protect your loved ones and ensure your wishes are followed. But even with the best intentions, mistakes can happen. These errors can lead to delays,

Business Succession Planning: Preparing for the Future
If you own a business, it's important to plan for what happens when you retire or step away. Business succession planning makes sure your company can run smoothly without you. Whether you pass the business to a family member,

Life Settlements: A Smart Move for Your Estate Plan?
When thinking about estate planning, most people focus on wills, trusts, and property distribution. But did you know that life insurance policies can also play a key role in your plan?

Generosity Pays Off: Smart Gifting Strategies to Minimize Estate Taxes
Estate taxes can reduce the amount of wealth you pass on to your loved ones. However, gifting strategies offer a smart way to reduce estate taxes while sharing your wealth during your lifetime.

Pets Are Family Too: Planning for Their Care After You’re Gone
Your pets are more than just animals—they’re part of your family. But what happens to them if something happens to you? Planning for their care through your estate plan ensures that your pets will continue to be loved and cared for,

Digital Legacy: Why Cryptocurrency Belongs in Every Estate Plan
Cryptocurrency, like Bitcoin and Ethereum, is becoming a common part of many people’s wealth. But unlike cash or property, crypto is stored digitally and requires special care in estate planning.

The Power of Two: Understanding Joint Tenancy in Estate Planning
When it comes to estate planning, joint tenancy is a popular way to own property. It means that two or more people share ownership of a property equally. Joint tenancy can make transferring assets easier after someone passes away,

The Intersection of Estate Planning and Divorce Law
Divorce is a major life change, and it doesn’t just affect your relationship—it also impacts your estate plan. If you’ve already made a will or trust, you’ll need to update it after a divorce to protect your assets and reflect your new wishes.

Avoid Surprises: How to Handle Debts and Liabilities in Your Estate Plan
When people think about estate planning, they often focus on dividing their assets. But handling debts and liabilities is just as important.

How to Pick the Best Executor for Your Estate
Choosing the right executor for your estate is an important part of planning for the future. An executor is the person who carries out your wishes after you pass away.