How a Declaration of Homestead Can Protect You and Your Home
As a homeowner, the last thing you want to worry about is the risk of losing the equity in your home if you find yourself facing a judgment in a lawsuit. Here [...]
If You Share Property Ownership, What Happens When One of You Dies?
Chances are, your home is your most valuable asset. So, it’s essential to understand the legal terms of ownership, particularly if property ownership is shared. The manner in which you hold legal [...]
What You Need to Know About Probate—and Why It Matters
Planning how your assets will be distributed after you die can be an uncomfortable undertaking. But ignoring important estate planning decisions can create a headache for your beneficiaries in Probate Court once [...]
Why Blended Families Need a Comprehensive Estate Plan
Gone are the days when a nuclear family was the norm in America. Blended families comprised of parents with children from previous relationships are becoming more common. According to some estimates, at [...]
Estate Tax Threshold Raised in Massachusetts
A major tax relief package signed by Governor Maura Healey on October 4 doubles the Massachusetts estate tax threshold to $2 million. The higher estate tax threshold is retroactive to January 1, [...]
Your 4 Key Estate Planning Documents
What’s the right time to plan your estate? Perhaps you’ve recently married. Or you just bought your first home. Maybe you’re a new parent. Or your children are older, and you’re [...]
A Fiduciary for Fido: How a Pet Trust Can Protect Your Furry Friend After You’re Gone
When Queen Elizabeth II died, millions around the world mourned her passing. Participating in her state funeral on September 19, along with family members and more than a thousand military personnel, were [...]
Classic Estate Planning Lessons from Film Classic “The Bridges of Madison County”
I’m a long-time Meryl Streep fan. So, what better thing to do when stuck at home with a rotten cold than to watch the timeless classic, The Bridges of Madison County? [...]
Avoid These Celebrity Estate Planning Blunders That Cost Their Heirs Millions
Just as you're not obligated to call your mother on her birthday, you’re not required to leave a will. As hard lessons teach, however, it’s advisable to do both. Even the rich [...]
How 23andMe Results Can Shake Up Probate if You Don’t Have a Will
DNA test kits like 23andMe and Ancestry have become a popular way to discover your heritage, to learn about potential health risks, and even to find out whether you have a [...]
