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If you are responsible for a loved one's estate, you likely have a host of stressors to deal with. Aside from the immense emotional pain that comes with losing a loved one, many people in charge of their loved one's estate struggle with tax issues and even disputes...
Handling a loved one's death is difficult and can present many practical and emotional challenges. When you suspect a will does not accurately reflect a person's wishes, you have the right to challenge it in probate court. The mental capacity to sign a will You may...
Having a son or daughter who has a disability, special educational needs or a serious medical condition often requires careful parenting throughout the child's life. To improve the quality of your child's life after your death, though, you may be thinking about...
When planning your estate, you want to select an executor or trustee to oversee matters once you pass. This person should be someone you trust will take responsibility for your estate’s affairs and act in the best interests of everyone involved. In turn, you want to...
Probate is a process used by the state to manage a deceased person's estate. When there is a dispute involving the probate process, probate litigation may occur. What are some circumstances that may lead to probate litigation? Circumstances that may lead to probate...
You might have a relative who claims to have a copy of your parent’s will. However, you know it is not the most current version. Since then, your parent has created a different will that makes changes from the older version. Your other relative may contest your claims...
As you age, your medical expenses are likely to increase. If you are like many people, you will need to figure out how to pay for those costs because Medicare will not cover them all. It is common for people to use Medicaid, which is Massachusetts MassHealth in this...
The better you understand your options when it comes to estate planning, the more power you have to make beneficial decisions. The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act became law at the beginning of 2020. It contains numerous provisions that...
Many circumstances can lead to probate litigation. Careful planning can help you reduce your chance of probate litigation and the risks involved if litigation does occur. Which steps should you take to lower your probate litigation risks? Mitigating the risk of...
Designing an estate plan is only the beginning. Maintaining your plan over time and modifying it as your life progresses will keep it working the way you intend it to. Knowing the types of circumstances that could impact your plan can help you stay vigilant about...
