Guides for Maryland

Uses the Orphans' Court and Register of Wills for probate, one of only two states that still use this name.
Small estate threshold doubles from $50,000 to $100,000 when the surviving spouse is the sole heir.
One of the few states that levies both an estate tax and an inheritance tax.

Probate & Estates
How Probate Works in Maryland
A complete guide to probate in Maryland: the Orphans' Court and Register of Wills process, small estate thresholds ($50,000 or $100,000), and intestate succession rules.
Funeral Costs
How Much Does a Funeral Cost in Maryland?
Average funeral and cremation costs in Maryland, state regulations, and ways to reduce expenses.
Death Certificates
How to Get Death Certificates in Maryland
How to order certified death certificates in Maryland: costs, processing times, ordering from the Division of Vital Records or local health departments, and eligibility requirements.

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