We know why people put off creating their estate planning documents. It's scary to state your wishes about your death. But in some cases, estate planning involves creating documents that will state your wishes about what happens when you're alive. That's where...
A spendthrift trust can keep your assets from being squandered
You have considerable assets to leave to your children. Two of them are very responsible with money. The third one isn't. You want the money to last that child for a long time. There is a way you can do that. It's called a spendthrift trust. A spendthrift trust is...
Massachusetts court makes key ruling in estate planning case
The highest court in Massachusetts has ruled that when a spouse isn't mentioned in a will, they will receive one-third of the deceased spouse's estate. That recent decision of the Supreme Judicial Court has set a precedent for dealing with blended families. The court...
What elder law can do for seniors
Aging comes with no shortage of questions. Whether you are an adult thinking about your parent or are starting to think about yourself as you get on in years, you no doubt have concerns about money, medical issues and the possibility of assisted living or other types...
Asset protection plan a must for many Massachusetts residents
For many Americans, a will or a basic trust is not enough to complete their estate planning. For people in Massachusetts and throughout the United States with more considerable assets, advanced estate planning can be required. The goals for more complex estate plans...