February is often associated with hearts because of Valentine’s day but it is also American Heart Health Month. February was declared Heart Health Month in 1963 as a way to advocate for cardiovascular health and raise awareness about heart disease. Read more about heart disease and steps you can take to improve your cardiovascular health. …
You know you need an estate plan but where do you start? Getting started with estate planning can seem overwhelming for a number of reasons: there are a number of planning options available, you may have heard from a friend or family member that you need a trust or that you only need a will …
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Many of our clients choose to create an estate plan that includes a Revocable Living Trust. They choose a trust rather than relying on a will, beneficiary designations or joint ownership as part of their estate plan because they want the cost and time savings and privacy that a trust will provide their families upon …
One great aspect about the beginning of each new year is the opportunity to reflect on your life last year and CHOOSE how you will set yourself up for success in the next year. This can be a combination of selecting elements from the previous year that served you well and planning to continue them, …
As we get together for holiday celebrations this month it can be a good time to talk with your family about your estate plan, healthcare decisions or where you would like to live as you age. Sometimes these can make for meaningful conversations but there are also times when families aren’t always on the same …
You know you should get a will. Or maybe you should set up a trust. How do you know which one is right for your particular situation? What other documents should you have? Spoiler alert: you need more than just a will. How much will setting up your estate plan cost? We get these questions …
One of Willow Legal Group’s core values is being part of our community. We are committed to being active participants in our community organizations and to giving back to the communities we serve. This week we are sharing about some of our favorite local organizations and the impact they have on our community. We invite …
When you are the caregiver of a loved one with special needs, there are a number of legal documents that you should have in place to help you along the way. Individuals with developmental disabilities will need a varying degree of assistance and advocates depending on their level of independence. Many people with developmental disabilities …
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As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we wanted to take a moment to share what we are thankful for. Lindsay: I am so grateful to have the opportunity to work in a business I truly love. I get to spend my days talking to families about what is truly important to them and helping them discover ways …
During the 2022 Spring legislative session the Maryland legislature passed a new Supported Decision Making Law that went into effect on October 1, 2022. In this article we’ll discuss the basics of Supported Decision Making under Maryland law, and why this is a great tool for individuals with disabilities and older adults seeking to live …
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