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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, 1 monthMarch 26, 2026 ago
Homeownership represented by house keys, relevant to transferring a home into an LLC or trust
Deed Transfers

LLC or Trust: What Happens When You Transfer Your Home

Homeowners frequently ask whether they should transfer their home into an LLC or a trust. Sometimes the question comes from a lender, an accountant, or an online article promising asset protection or tax benefits. What’s often missing from those discussions is what actually happens on title and for transfer taxes Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 2 monthsMarch 19, 2026 ago
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
Selling a Home to a Tenant or Family Member: The Legal Traps to Avoid
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
Homeownership represented by house keys, relevant to transferring a home into an LLC or trust
Deed Transfers
LLC or Trust: What Happens When You Transfer Your Home
What is a Trust Protector?
Estate Planning
What is a Trust Protector?
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