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Typically, a Maryland trust is created by the drafting and signing of a document called a ?Declaration of Trust.? To come into existence, a trust must have some asset or assets ? like money or property ? and the asset or assets must be accepted by the Trustee.

Typically, you'll name yourself as the "trustee" of your trust. This means that while you are alive, you retain control of the trust and its property. In your trust document, you will also name a "successor trustee" to take over and manage the trust (distribute your property) after you die.

To create a living trust in Maryland you create a Declaration of Trust which is a written document. Oral trusts are valid in Maryland but are very difficult to enforce and manage. You sign the Declaration in front of a notary public. Assets are then transferred into the trust to fund the trust.

If you name yourself, you'll need to pick a successor trustee who will take over management of your trust once you die and ensure your property is distributed to your named beneficiaries. Create the trust document: You can do this either by yourself using an online program or with the assistance of a lawyer.

Typically, a Maryland trust is created by the drafting and signing of a document called a ?Declaration of Trust.? To come into existence, a trust must have some asset or assets ? like money or property ? and the asset or assets must be accepted by the Trustee.

Maryland is not one of the states that utilizes the Uniform Probate Code, which in some states simplifies the probate process. For this reason, a living trust in Maryland may be an especially good idea. Another reason to get a living trust is to make it easier to control when you leave property to a minor.