Three Legal Documents Every College-Bound Student Needs
By Craig Borne, Esq. As your child heads off to college, typically around the age of 18, they gain new legal responsibilities as an adult. This shift can limit parents’
Estate Planning for Single Individuals
By Craig Borne, Esq. As of 2025, estate planning remains underutilized in the United States, with only 45% of adults having prepared at least one estate planning document, 33% maintaining a will
Understanding Life Estates: Benefits and Risks
By Craig Borne, Esq. What exactly is a Life Estate? A life estate is a legal arrangement where ownership of a property is divided between two parties for different time periods. The life
The Risks of DIY Estate Planning in Maryland
While many people put off creating their estate plan, some take a shortcut by trying to create their own wills or trusts using online templates or DIY kits. However, this
Wills vs. Trusts: What’s Right for You in Maryland?
As part of Make a Will or Trust Month, many people in Maryland are evaluating their estate planning needs. A common question is whether a will or a trust is
August Is Make a Will or Trust Month
August is Make a Will or Trust Month, a reminder to prioritize planning for the future. While it’s easy to put off thinking about what happens after we’re gone, creating