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What is a Demand Letter?

Clifford M. Cohen August 10, 2021 No Comments

As the name implies, a demand letter “demands” that the letter’s recipient take specific actions to resolve a conflict. Demand letters are frequently used by businesses to demand restitution or…

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Maryland Estate Tax: What You Need to Know

Clifford M. Cohen July 21, 2021 No Comments

Let’s start with the good news. The vast majority of us are not subject to federal estate taxes because the current threshold is $11.7 million for individuals and $23.4 for…

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What Are the Differences Between a Void Contract and a Voidable Contract?

Clifford M. Cohen July 7, 2021 No Comments

A contract is an agreement between private parties that creates mutual legal obligations. There are four fundamental elements necessary to make a contract legally enforceable: mutual assent, adequate consideration, capacity,…

With Home Prices Rising Rapidly, You May Find It Easy to Get Rid of Your Mortgage Insurance

Clifford M. Cohen June 23, 2021 No Comments

Home prices are skyrocketing nationwide thanks to low mortgage interest rates, strong demand, and limited supply. According to the National Association of Realtors, 88 percent of metropolitan areas in the…

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Should Your Estate Plan Include a Letter of Intent?

Clifford M. Cohen June 9, 2021 No Comments

A Letter of Intent, also called a Letter of Instruction, is a document outlining your wishes on a wide range of matters. Unlike a Last Will and Testament, which is…

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Trusts Aren’t Just for Rich People

Clifford M. Cohen May 18, 2021 No Comments

One of the more common misconceptions about trusts is that they are only for celebrities and the wealthiest of families. Not so. Trusts can accomplish a wide range of planning…

FEMA Now Provides Financial Assistance for COVID-Related Funeral Expenses

Clifford M. Cohen May 11, 2021 No Comments

If you have lost a loved one due to COVID-19, FEMA now offers financial assistance for funeral expenses. Assistance is available retroactively for funeral expenses incurred after January 20th of…

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The $250,000/$500,000 Home Sale Tax Exclusion

Clifford M. Cohen May 4, 2021 No Comments

If you own your home and are thinking of selling, it can be important to understand the home sale tax exclusion so you can maximize your tax benefits. Did you…

How Can You Cover the Cost of a Nursing Home If Your Loved One Has Parkinson’s?

Clifford M. Cohen April 28, 2021 No Comments

Learning that a loved one has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease is extremely difficult for family members to absorb. Oftentimes, and rightfully so, the initial focus of family members is…

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