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DC Estate Planning

Estate Planning

Why Your Trust May Not Avoid Probate

Many people create a revocable living trust believing it will help their family avoid probate after they pass away. Often, that is exactly what happens. However, simply signing a trust agreement does not automatically avoid probate. In fact, one of the most common estate planning issues I encounter is a Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 2 weeksJune 1, 2026 ago
Deed Transfers

Transfer on Death Deeds in DC: An Estate Planning Tool

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, highly effective option: the Transfer on Death Deed, also called Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 7 monthsNovember 17, 2025 ago
Can a Will Avoid Probate in Maryland or DC?
Estate Planning
Can a Will Avoid Probate in Maryland or DC?
Why Your Trust May Not Avoid Probate
Estate Planning
Why Your Trust May Not Avoid Probate
Why Trust Funding Matters in Maryland
Estate Planning
Why Trust Funding Matters in Maryland
Do I Need a Trust If I Own Property in Another State?
Estate Planning
Do I Need a Trust If I Own Property in Another State?
What Is an Ancillary Estate and When Is It Required?
Estate Planning
What Is an Ancillary Estate and When Is It Required?
How an Out-of-State Death Can Trigger a 1% Probate Fee
Estate Planning
How an Out-of-State Death Can Trigger a 1% Probate Fee
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