Maryland Estate Planning
Protect your assets in the Free State. Navigate inheritance tax and probate with ease.
Maryland Estate Planning Rules
Creating a will in Maryland comes with specific requirements. While My Last Word handles the heavy lifting, it's important to understand the local laws that protect your legacy.
Witness Requirements
Two credible witnesses
Probate Threshold
Estates under $50,000 (or $100,000 to spouse) may qualify for simplified procedures.
Specific Laws You Should Know
Inheritance Tax
Maryland is unique: it has BOTH an estate tax (on large estates) AND an Inheritance Tax (10%) on assets left to nieces, nephews, and friends. Close family is exempt.
Register of Wills
Probate is handled by the "Register of Wills" in each county. Maryland has a specific "Modified Administration" process that can shorten probate to 10 months for simple estates.
Why use My Last Word in Maryland?
We don't just use generic templates. Our platform adjusts to Maryland standards, ensuring:
- Proper witness signature lines for Maryland.
- Specific headers required by local probate courts.
- Digital asset clauses that comply with modern state laws.