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Deed Transfers

Should You Add Your Child to Your Deed?

One of the most common questions homeowners ask is: “Should I add my child to my deed so they inherit the house when I die?” At first glance, it seems like a simple solution. By adding a child to the deed, many homeowners hope to: Avoid probate Simplify estate administration Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 4 monthsJune 16, 2026 ago
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Estate Planning

Can a Will Avoid Probate in Maryland or DC?

One of the most common misconceptions in estate planning is that having a will allows an estate to avoid probate. It does not. In fact, a will is typically the document that directs how property is distributed through the probate process, not around it. For homeowners and families in Maryland Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 5 monthsJune 8, 2026 ago
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Estate Planning
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Estate Planning
What Happens to a Mortgage When the Owner Dies?
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Estate Planning
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Deed transfers
Deed Transfers
Should You Add Your Child to Your Deed?
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