In the hustle and bustle of youth, the thought of creating a will or estate plan may not be in someone's mind. After all, most young adults are more focused on building their careers, exploring the world and enjoying their newfound independence. However, overlooking...
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Why do I need to start Medicaid planning early?
Initiating Medicaid planning should ideally start long before the need for long-term care arises. Waiting until a health crisis occurs can limit your options and potentially deplete your assets. To make informed decisions, it is important to understand the key...
Is your estate plan safe?
Planning for the future is a good endeavor, and creating an estate plan is part of that process. Yet, it is not enough to simply draft a will or trust. You must also ensure that your estate plan remains secure and accessible when needed. Organize your documents Begin...
5 ways to avoid a contested estate plan
Creating an effective estate plan ensures the distribution of your assets happens according to your wishes after you pass away. However, estate plans can sometimes face challenges and disputes from family members or beneficiaries. To help you avoid such contests, you...
What you need to know about gift taxes during estate planning
When it comes to planning for the distribution of your assets after your passing, gift taxes are important to keep in mind. Gift taxes apply to the transfer of property or assets from one person to another without receiving full compensation in return. Grasping the...
Does Massachusetts prioritize people to serve as guardians?
The goal of state law is to ensure a person who has suffered incapacitation and cannot make personal care or financial decisions has the right guardian or conservator. This is why Massachusetts law establishes a hierarchy of candidates who may serve as guardians....
What could disqualify a trust to be a Medicaid trust?
Setting up a Medicaid trust under Massachusetts law takes careful planning, but the effort can be worth it. This kind of trust holds some of your assets so you may reduce the size of your estate and someday qualify for Medicaid. However, not all trusts qualify as...
Guiding your heirs: Protecting your estate in Massachusetts
Leaving an inheritance to your loved ones brings a sense of satisfaction, knowing that you have provided for their future even when you are no longer around. However, you might worry that your heirs could misuse or waste their inheritance, leading to financial...
Disadvantages of using downloadable estate planning forms
Would it surprise you to know that only just over one-third of American adults have any kind of estate plan? If you have not created a plan of your own, you probably have well-meaning friends and family members telling you to get one in place, especially if you have...
4 estate planning steps you should not overlook
The complexities of estate planning often lead to overlooked details. When you want the confidence that your estate plan is comprehensive, there are a few components you should address. There are four steps you should not overlook. 1. Choose a secondary executor You...