Welcome to Estate of Mind… HWK’s blog focusing on estate matters
Whether you’re new to estate planning or looking to update your current strategies, our blog offers insights, practical advice, and the latest updates to help you make informed decisions. Explore topics ranging from wills and trusts to tax implications and asset protection, all designed to empower you, safeguard your loved ones’ future, and put you into an estate of mind.
Our blog content is not legal advice but rather general information. Please consult with our legal professionals for personalized advice.
Attorney Chester Hobbs Joins HWK Law Group
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HWK Law Group Expands Practice Areas Hires Esteemed Attorney Chester H. Hobbs, IV Lutherville and Hagerstown, Maryland, February 20, 2024 – HWK Law Group announced today the newest member of its team, attorney Chester Hobbs. Chester brings with him a wealth of knowledge in...
5 Ways to Show Yourself a Little Love This Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is a perfect opportunity to practice self-love and self-care. But remember, while this particular day puts love top-of-mind, self-love is an ongoing practice, and it's important to prioritize your well-being not just on Valentine's Day, but every day of the year! Everyone needs to...
If You Own Any of These Assets, You Need to Watch Their Value
As we begin 2024, it is crucial to review estate planning goals and strategies that may be affected by changes in the federal estate tax exemption law. At the end of 2025, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) the estate tax exemption, which is $10 million, adjusted for inflation, may revert to the...
Case Study: How Concerned Should You Be about Estate Tax Issues?
If you have significant wealth, you may be exposed to future estate tax issues and burdens that must be acted on before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act reduces the estate tax exemption in 2026. Developing and implementing the right estate planning and tax strategies takes time. You may need to prepare...
Why You Might Have an Estate Tax Issue Soon
The Countdown Begins: Will We Keep the $10 Million Exemption? The year 2026 is quickly approaching, bringing substantial changes that may affect your estate tax situation. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2017 significantly increased the federal estate tax exemption to $10 million adjusted for...
How Your Financial and Estate Planning Team Has Your Back
Comprehensive estate and financial plans are not just for the wealthy. Anyone who cares for a person or cause and who wants to provide for the person or cause after they die can benefit from such plans. Along with comprehensive estate and financial plans comes a team to help you create, manage,...
The Lesson Plan for Your Estate
We thank you, teachers, for your time and dedication to teaching the future generation. You provide the foundational knowledge necessary to ensure the success of tomorrow’s leaders. We are here to make sure you have the foundational estate planning documents to ensure your own successful future....
How to Own Your Real Estate
Real estate encompasses not only one’s primary residence but also other real estate such as a vacation home or a rental property. The ideal form of ownership varies depending on the type of real estate you own. Below, we take a look at the different types of real estate and offer advice about the...
Thirteen Estate Planning Terms You Need to Know
Estate planning—it is an incredibly important tool, not just for the uber wealthy or those thinking about retirement. On the contrary, estate planning is something every adult should do. Estate planning can help you accomplish any number of goals, including appointing guardians for minor children,...
Your Time Is Valuable. Get a Jump Start on the Estate Planning Process
Time seems to be the one thing we just can’t get enough of. This is especially true if you are one of our doctors, nurses or frontline healthcare workers. You work tirelessly caring for others and may not have a lot of free time to work on your estate planning. If you are able to answer the...