Al and Marilyn Pollans share a philanthropic philosophy they fondly refer to as the three Ws, work, wisdom and wealth.
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Consider leaving a legacy to the University of Maryland
Given the opportunity, most of us would like to leave a legacy to organizations we valued in our lifetime. We have created this Web site to help you explore giving options and strategies to support the University of Maryland, while simultaneously accomplishing your personal financial goals.
If you're not sure where to begin, try Build Your Gift, our step-by-step guide. If you have an idea of the type of gift you'd like to make, see Compare Gifts to learn more about different assets and outcomes.
The University's Office of Gift Planning staff is pleased to assist you, without obligation, to determine the gift options that meet your philanthropic and financial goals. Please contact us if you have questions or would like to have a confidential conversation about planned giving.
Enroll in your self-paced Creative Estate Planning Course
Increase your knowledge of charitable giving and estate planning with our brief, easy-to-understand Creative Estate Planning Course.
This course provides you with the fundamental knowledge you will need to approach your estate planning.
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Albert and Marilyn Berman-Pollans, '79 PhD, '73 M.A.
Al and Marilyn Pollans share a philanthropic philosophy they fondly refer to as the three Ws, work, wisdom and wealth.
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It's an extraordinarily uncertain time—tax wise, that is. This is the first year in decades that American tax law repealed the federal estate tax. As of Jan. 1, 2010, federal estate taxes are repealed for any deaths that occur during this calendar year, regardless of the size of that person's estate (state estate/inheritance taxes will still apply).
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Now's the Time to Review This Important Estate Planning Checklist
As the new year gets under way, now is the perfect time to take the necessary steps to update your estate plans so they reflect any life changes you experienced in the past year.
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Use Your Will to Change the Future
Do you hesitate to give to your favorite causes because you are concerned about needing your assets in the future for you or your family? A gift in your will, called a bequest, could be the right option for you.
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3 Steps to Change Beneficiaries in Your Will or Living Trust
If you wanted to name or change a beneficiary in your will, would you know what to do? The process is actually easier than you might think.
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Surviving the Loss of a Loved One: Estate Planning Help
Life is challenging. The loss of a loved one makes it even more so. But don’t let stress over your finances make it even harder—ease your way through the tough times with these smart financial strategies.
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