Massachusetts residents who die with unpaid debts may have them settled through their estates. The personal representative that you name in your will becomes responsible for filing your documents with the probate court and distributing your assets after your death....
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Estate Administration And Probate
What are the responsibilities of an executor?
When creating an estate plan, it is important to think long and hard about who will hold the position of executor. This is not simply a label or title with no substance: it is a demanding position that only certain people can fill. To start, it is crucial to know the...
How can you deal with the stress of probate?
Dealing with your role as executor after a loved one dies can be a stressful job. Although you may have all the technical skills needed to accomplish this task, dealing with the variety of paperwork and beneficiaries can leave you overwhelmed. Having ways to deal with...
The drawbacks of estate planning without an attorney
If you have put off your estate plan for far too long, you are certainly not alone. There are many aging individuals who would rather seek a cheap and quick do-it-yourself alternative to formal estate planning. Estate planning attorneys offer their services to guide...
What are some traits of a quality executor?
When you think about the future, one of the most pressing concerns you may have is your estate and your assets. After you die, you need someone to fulfill all the legal requirements of your will and deal with your beneficiaries. Learning about the traits that are...
Trustees must keep beneficiaries informed
If you become appointed as a trustee or designated as a trust beneficiary, it is essential to understand that trustees must keep beneficiaries informed with respect to trust administration. It is very important for trustees to recognize their obligations in order to...
Did your father have dementia when he wrote his will?
Few medical conditions are more heart-wrenching than dementia. After all, if your father has Alzheimer's disease or another progressive neurological condition, he may forget who you are. Hopefully, your dad wrote a comprehensive estate plan before he lost his mental...
When should you reevaluate your estate plan?
Creating an estate plan is a long-lasting labor that can take months or even years to accomplish, depending on the complexities of your assets and other factors. On top of that, you are not done with your estate plan after you create it. You should revisit it often to...
Should you add your house to your estate plan?
Many people mistakenly believe that estate plans and trusts only serve a purpose for those who are elderly and those who are rich. While these groups do often have trusts and estate plans in place, they are not the only ones, nor should they be. While it is not always...
How does probate work in Massachusetts?
During probate, the court supervises the administration of your estate by your designated personal representative. When you plan your estate, you may want to implement strategies to help your loved ones avoid a time-consuming, costly probate process. Review the...
