Step-by-Step: How to Transfer a Property into a Trust in Maryland Owning real estate is often a family’s biggest asset and one of the most important pieces of any estate plan. Often the estate plan will transfer a property into Read more
How Property Can Be Transferred Without Payment — and Why Proper Legal Drafting Matters Intro (with inbound links) At Gentile Property Law Office, LLC, I regularly assist clients throughout Washington, DC and Maryland with deed transfers, trust funding, and property-ownership Read more
Why You Should Consider Revising Your Deed in Washington, D.C. to Remove a Deceased Owner — Even When It Isn’t Legally Required When a property owner passes away, their surviving co-owner may assume that nothing needs to be done—especially if Read more
Selling your home For Sale by Owner (FSBO) can be empowering—giving you more control over the process and potentially saving thousands in commissions. But navigating the transaction without an agent also means understanding the vocabulary that professionals use every day. Read more
Most people assume a deed only changes hands when there’s a sale. In reality, a large share of Maryland deed transfers involve no money at all — what real-estate law refers to as no-consideration transfers. Even though no money changes Read more
When most people think about “estate planning,” they picture wills, trusts, and the transfer of assets after death. But in reality, the most important documents in your estate plan are often the ones that protect you while you are still Read more
Why It’s Essential to Use a Professional to Draft Your Real Estate Contract — Especially in FSBO Transactions In today’s market, more buyers and sellers are choosing to proceed For Sale By Owner (FSBO) or without a real estate agent. Read more
When planning for the transfer of real estate after death, most people assume that a will or trust is the only way to ensure property passes smoothly to the right individuals. However, in Washington, D.C., property owners have an additional, Read more
Learn about 12 essential real property terms that are important to understand when buying or selling real estate. This guide covers key concepts for navigating real property transactions.
Learn about the importance of estate planning in ensuring secure and efficient property transfers. Explore key strategies and considerations for creating a comprehensive estate plan.
