A person can have special needs as the result of a variety of situations. A disability could be genetic, occur at birth or be the result of a catastrophic accident. Regardless of how a Massachusetts resident became disabled, he or she may be entitled to assets through...
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Month: July 2015
Are wills really that important for Massachusetts residents?
Many Massachusetts residents might be questioning whether or not they really need an estate plan. Wills may not seem to be that important since family members still have to file paperwork with the probate court. That may be true, but without wills, the time spent in...
Wills do not dictate where every asset will end up
Massachusetts residents are urged to review their estate plans periodically to ensure that they continue to meet their goals. However, many people forget to review the beneficiary designations made on retirement accounts and life insurance policies when they are...
Estate planning and long-term care insurance
The average cost of nursing home care across the nation is $80,000. Here in Massachusetts, it the average is $129,000. Therefore, residents may want to consider including long-term care in their estate planning.As the average age of the country's population increases,...
Using a revocable trust to pass an estate to children
Many Massachusetts residents struggle with how to provide for their children after their deaths. One estate planning tool that many people use is the revocable trust. This versatile document allows parents the freedom to create a trust that works best for them and...