Massachusetts probate can be a long and drawn-out affair. Most estates must go through probate before their heirs can receive their inheritance. According to Massachusetts’ official website, probate is necessary to validate a will. However, if you create a living...
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Why may I need long-term care if I live in my own home?
Some Massachusetts residents may need long-term care to continue living in their homes. While you may have heard that long-term care covers nursing homes, it also helps provide at-home personal services. As noted on Mass.gov, LTC provides the assistance that could...
Signs that your parent needs professional care
If you are caring for an aging parent, you might not want to think about getting professional help just yet. You may want to believe that you can handle the issues on your own, or perhaps you feel you are neglecting your parent if you put the responsibilities in...
What will happen if you pass away without a will?
Nearly everyone has a general idea about why it would be beneficial to have an estate plan in place – especially once they begin to have children and accrue more wealth and assets. However, it’s not always clear what might happen if someone continues to delay...
Which assets may I transfer to a living trust?
Massachusetts residents may create a revocable or “living” trust and use it to protect their assets. As your property or income changes, a living trust allows you to transfer assets to it until your death. After death, your trust becomes irrevocable, and your assets...
When does a conservatorship in Massachusetts end?
Taking on the role of a conservator means you are handling the finances and property of a person who cannot take on these responsibilities. At some point, your conservatorship will end. You may expect your conservatorship to naturally terminate at a given point, but...
Protecting your assets from the expense of long-term care
Government-funded health insurance is available for people ages 65 and up with limited income. When you have substantial money saved and invested, you may fear losing it to the cost of health insurance and long-term medical care. With proper planning, you can save...
Can your estate plan benefit from some spring cleaning?
If your house is looking a little shabby after the long New England winter, you may have already begun to think about a deep cleaning when spring arrives. After all, spring cleaning your home is a good way to maintain its value. According to reporting from Healthline,...
The importance of choosing the right executor for your estate
After you complete the arduous effort of finalizing your estate plan, you want to ensure that, upon your passing, your estate gets settled exactly how you choose. The best way to do that is by designating the right executor. What is an executor? This person will be...
How may a conservatorship help manage my affairs?
Conservatorships allow an individual to help you with issues such as your financial or business affairs. As noted by SmartAsset.com, a conservator may also assist you with decisions regarding your medical issues. A conservator could help you if you begin having...