Processes to follow when there is a death of a loved one

1. Notify family and friends, make funeral, cremation arrangements and get death certificates.

2. Gather important Documentation, taxes, deeds, insurance policies, bills, etc.

3. Notify Social Security and Insurance Companies, i.e., Life, Car, and Health

4. Begin the Probate Process with the Register of Wills in your County

5. Go to a Bank and open an ‘Estate” account

6. Start inventory and make a list of all assets.

7. Decide the distribution of assets, including the Property itself, Home, Car, Valuables

8. Pay off any outstanding bills and other debts, plan the distribution of all assets

9. Finalize all matters, distribute assets, and close all estate accounts.

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NOTE: This process in Maryland typically takes place within 6 months up to one year, and longer in extenuating circumstances.