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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, 4 monthsMarch 19, 2026 ago
Online deed
Deed Transfers

Why Online Deed Forms Are a Bad Idea in DC and Maryland

Searching for an online deed using “DC quitclaim deed form” or “Maryland deed template” makes transferring property look deceptively simple. A few blanks, a notary stamp, and you’re done—right? In reality, online deed forms are one of the most common sources of title problems I see in DC and Maryland. Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 5 months ago
Real Estate Transactions

12 Real Property Terms Everyone Should Know

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.

By Joseph Gentile, 8 monthsNovember 10, 2025 ago
Real Estate Transactions

15 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Property Transfer

Ensure a smooth property transfer by learning about the pitfalls to avoid in our blog ’15 Common Mistakes to Avoid in Property Transfer’.

By Joseph Gentile, 1 yearFebruary 18, 2025 ago
Real Estate Transactions

Real Estate Transaction Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid costly pitfalls in real estate by reading our blog ‘Top Mistakes to Avoid When Handling Real Estate Transactions’.

By Joseph Gentile, 1 yearJanuary 27, 2025 ago
Real Estate Transactions

How Can I Prepare for a Real Estate Closing?

Get ready for your real estate closing by exploring essential tips in our blog ‘How Can I Prepare for a Real Estate Closing?’.

By Joseph Gentile, 1 yearJanuary 21, 2025 ago
Deed Transfers

Deed Transfer Considerations

Adding or removing a person from the deed to your real property is a significant decision that requires careful consideration of several factors. Whether you’re adding a family member, partner, or business associate, or removing someone due to a sale, divorce, or other circumstances, here are some deed transfer considerations: Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 2 yearsSeptember 30, 2024 ago
Deed Transfers

Guide to Deed Transfer Considerations

Adding or removing a person from the deed to your real property is a significant decision that requires careful consideration of several factors. Whether you’re adding a family member, partner, or business associate, or removing someone due to a sale, divorce, or other circumstances, here are some deed transfer considerations: Read more

By Joseph Gentile, 2 yearsAugust 8, 2024 ago
Mortgage documents and house keys illustrating real estate and estate planning after death
Estate Planning
What Happens to a Mortgage When the Owner Dies?
Estate Planning Can Determine What Happens Next The answer to what happens after a parent dies owning a home often depends on the estate planning that was completed beforehand. A will, trust, Transfer on Death deed, or joint ownership arrangement can dramatically affect how property passes to the next generation.
Estate Planning
What Happens When a Parent Dies Owning a Home?
Don’t Wait Too Long to Start Estate Planning
Estate Planning
Don’t Wait Too Long to Start Estate Planning
Maryland family home illustrating estate planning and deed ownership decisions
Deed Transfers
Should You Add Your Child to Your Deed?
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
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