While it may be uncomfortable to address topics related to aging, having an open and honest conversation about parents' estate plans is crucial for Maryland families. Approaching the issue with the right mindset can make it easier for everyone involved. Why discussing...
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Planning for your special needs child in Maryland
Each child is special and unique, with their own talents and challenges. Caring for a special needs child presents different challenges that may take time to adjust to. In Maryland, parents of special needs children can take advantage of several resources to help...
Are you eligible for Medicare?
About 12.5% of people receiving Medicare are under 65 years old. These individuals in Maryland and across the United States are eligible because they are disabled. It should be noted, however, that qualifying for Social Security Disability Insurance and Medicare are...
It’s important to plan for long-term care now
Determining the necessary duration of long-term care can pose a challenge for individuals because of various factors including gender, age, lifestyle, marital status and family history that can influence the need for such care. As a result, creating a long-term care...
Estate planning concerns for unmarried couples
Over the last two decades, the number of unmarried cohabitating couples in Maryland has almost tripled. Cohabitating couples are older and better educated than in the past, but one aspect of their lives they may not have paid attention to is estate planning. Current...
Qualified Disability Trust in Maryland
If you are the parent of a child or adult with special needs, you must be especially careful when creating your estate plan. You want to provide for your child, but leaving them money could interfere with any benefits they receive and result in tax liabilities....
How to build a successful special needs plan
Your estate plan is important if you are responsible for caring for someone with special needs. You want to know that their needs will be met even when you're not around, and a well-formed special needs plan is an excellent way to do so in Maryland. Your will and...
The most common estate planning mistakes in Maryland
While you may not want to make plans or discuss your death, estate planning allows you to protect both your assets and your loved ones. To ensure that the courts and your beneficiaries follow your wishes, avoid these common mistakes. Failure to plan Too many people...
What should I know about elder law?
As people age in Maryland, and elsewhere, they have different needs. Due to this, a field of law was developed known as elder law. Elder law can be defined as the laws, regulations and legal precedents that regulate the relationships, financial or otherwise, seniors...
Planning and writing a will and the steps involved
Creating a will in Maryland goes a long way in protecting your loved ones and ensuring the distribution of your assets according to your wishes. Take the time to consider your options and ensure that the necessary steps are taken to make your will legally binding....
