If you think that anything digital is just for young, internet-savvy people, you might be overlooking an increasingly relevant matter in estate planning. More and more people could benefit from strategies to deal with online and computer-based assets after death. In...
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What not to include in your will
Estate planning is a valuable tool for ensuring the distribution of your assets according to your wishes. Creating a will provides your family with clear instructions on what to do after death. While it is important to your will to contain specifics about your wishes,...
Should you have a funeral trust?
If you have ever had to make final arrangements for a loved one, you probably know exactly how expensive funerals can be. Indeed, according to World Population Review, the average funeral in Massachusetts currently costs more than $10,200. When you include other...
3 ways to avoid a contested estate plan
After building assets, you want to ensure that it all goes exactly where you want it. As the one of three people who have an estate plan, according to research by Caring.com, you have already laid the groundwork for your last wishes to get fulfilled. Unfortunately,...
Steps to take when parents do not pay their bills
At some point, adults may no longer have the cognitive ability to pay their bills. If this happens to your parents, you might have to provide assistance. You have several options, depending on the circumstances your parent or parents face. The basic steps to take...
The elements you need in your estate plan
Beginning the estate planning journey can seem daunting, especially when you are not sure what to expect. In order to ensure enforceability and comprehensive planning coverage, you need a thorough estate plan. There are a few key components that your estate plan may...
3 things a trust does that a will does not
A will is a key part of any Massachusetts estate plan, but a will’s power only extends so far. If you have specific state planning goals a will does not help facilitate, you may be able to accomplish them by establishing one or more types of trusts. Kiplinger notes...
Favoritism in estate planning
A thorough Massachusetts estate plan is a valuable tool to help you protect your assets now and for your beneficiaries in the future. When creating your plan, it is beneficial to avoid bias. Favoritism can tear even the most tight-knit family apart after a loss. Here...
5 tips to help you avoid estate planning chaos
Perhaps you are about to schedule your first estate planning meeting with your attorney. Or perhaps you just realized you have not updated your documents in at least five years. No matter your stage of preparation, here are five tips to help you avoid estate planning...
What do I need to know about long-term care insurance?
Long-term care insurance has always been a hot topic in the insurance industry. Essentially, because Medicare does not cover long-term care with the exception of doctor-prescribed instances, paying for long-term care can be a big challenge. While many Americans have...