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Deed Transfers

Estate Planning Isn’t Just Wills and Trusts—It’s Deeds

When people think about estate planning, they usually think about wills and trusts. But there’s a critical piece that is often overlooked: How your real estate is titled. In Washington, DC and Maryland, estate plans frequently fail—not because the documents were drafted incorrectly, but because the deeds were never aligned Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 2 monthsMarch 26, 2026 ago
Deed Transfers

What Happens to a House When an Owner Dies in Washington, DC or Maryland?

Dealing with the passing of a loved one is already stressful enough, but often when a property owner passes away, of the first questions families ask is: What happens to the house now? In Washington, DC and Maryland, the answer depends entirely on how the property was titled before death. Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 3 monthsFebruary 18, 2026 ago
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Estate Planning
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Estate Planning
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Estate Planning
What Is an Ancillary Estate and When Is It Required?
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Estate Planning
How an Out-of-State Death Can Trigger a 1% Probate Fee
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FSBO
Selling a Home to a Tenant or Family Member: The Legal Traps to Avoid
Estate Planning Isn’t Just Wills and Trusts—It’s Deeds
Deed Transfers
Estate Planning Isn’t Just Wills and Trusts—It’s Deeds
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