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Navigating the Sandwich Generation: Caring for Aging Parents with Limited Resources
The Sandwich Generation, a term coined to describe adults who are concurrently caring for their children and aging parents, face unique challenges. They must balance the complex needs of two disparate generations while also maintaining their own well-being.
May 19, 2023
The Value of Hobbies: Communicating and Planning for Inherited Items of Worth
Hobbies and interests, whether they involve collecting rare stamps, playing vintage musical instruments, restoring a classic car or wielding handcrafted tools, often lead to the accumulation of valuable items over time.
May 17, 2023
Shifting Trends in Addressing Unlawful Occupancy, a Legal Perspective in Maryland
In the realm of property ownership, encountering unlawful occupants—be it tenants, estranged relationships, or even one’s own children—can be both a complicated and frustrating experience. An individual may occupy your property against your will, with no lawful right to do so, and may steadfastly refuse to leave.
May 15, 2023
Elective Share of Spouse in Maryland: What You Should Know
The amount that a surviving spouse can claim of the estate of a deceased spouse depends on the laws of the state where the couple resided. In Maryland, the concept of elective share provides certain rights to a surviving spouse, regardless of what the deceased spouse's will stipulates.
May 12, 2023
How to Help Your Parents Create an Estate Plan – A Guide to Providing Support and Guidance
Do you know if your parents have a will? According to recent studies, 2 out of 3 American adults do not have an estate plan in place. As our parents age, the importance of having a well-crafted estate plan becomes increasingly crucial to ensure their wishes are honored and their assets are protected.
May 10, 2023
What Legal Steps Do I Need to Take Before a Medical Procedure? – Be Prepared for the Unforeseen
We can’t predict tragedy, but we can prepare for unforeseen events in life. At any moment, we can find ourselves in terrible circumstances requiring medical attention, or even facing a planned medical procedure. In these situations, it is important to have your legal affairs in order to protect your loved ones and your assets.
May 8, 2023
D-Day, the Baby Boom, and the Importance of Estate Planning for a Generation of Wealth Transfer
June 6th marks the anniversary of D-Day, a strategically planned and well-executed battle that ultimately led to the end of the Second World War. Following this momentous event, the world saw a significant increase in birth rates, known as the Baby Boom.
May 5, 2023
Perils of DIY Estate Planning: Why Working with an Attorney is Crucial
Estate planning is an essential process for ensuring the financial well-being and security of your loved ones after your death. While the allure of do-it-yourself (DIY) estate planning might seem attractive due to its perceived cost-effectiveness, it can lead to unintended consequences, confusion, and even legal disputes among beneficiaries.
May 3, 2023
Celebrating National Teachers Day and Appreciation Month: Honoring Famous Teachers and the Educators at Stouffer Legal
National Teachers Day is celebrated annually on May 2nd, and the entire month of May is dedicated to honoring and appreciating the educators who have made an impact in our lives. Teachers not only impart knowledge and skills but also guide us, inspire us, and help shape our future.
May 1, 2023
Baltimore Born Babe Ruth Hit a Home Run With His Living Trust - - Almost 100 Years Ago!
Living trusts have become increasingly popular among people who wish to avoid Probate and keep the control of their family’s wealth private and within the family.
April 28, 2023
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