Estate planning is a crucial financial and legal process that provides peace of mind, ensures the orderly distribution of assets, and minimizes potential complications for heirs. However, many people in Massachusetts often wonder when the ideal time is to embark on estate planning. This article will discuss the best age to start estate planning in… Read More »
Posts Categorized: Trusts
Guide To Setting Up a Trust in Massachusetts
Setting up a trust in Massachusetts can be an essential component of your estate planning strategy. Trusts offer flexibility, control, and protection for your assets, assuring that your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are cared for after your passing. In this post, we’ll explore the essential steps and considerations for establishing a… Read More »
What Can an Elder Law Attorney Do for You?
An elder law attorney can help you with estate planning, wills, probate, medicaid, trusts, and many much more
How to Start Estate Planning
Estate planning is an important process that should be considered by everyone at some point in their life. It involves making critical decisions about how your assets will be distributed after you pass away. Many individuals put off estate planning because they believe it is only for the wealthy or elderly, but this is not the case. Regardless of your age, income, or family situation, estate planning is a crucial step in securing your legacy and safeguarding your loved ones. In this article, we will share some helpful tips on how to get started with estate planning. To begin, take inventory of your assets, decide on your beneficiaries, choose an executor, create a will, and consider a trust. By following these steps, you can ensure that your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are taken care of. Start estate planning today!
The Importance of Estate Planning in Elder Care Law
Estate planning is a cornerstone of elder care law, allowing seniors the ability to guard their assets after they pass away and ensure their wishes are carried out. It is essential for individuals to understand the importance of estate planning and the various legal instruments that make up a comprehensive estate plan. A key component… Read More »
Why Estate Planning Is Important to Do Even During the Summer Months
The summer months in Massachusetts are a time for fun in the sun, vacations, and relaxation. However, it’s important to remember that estate planning is a year-round task that should not be neglected. In fact, summer can be a great time to review and update your estate plan. Here are some reasons why estate planning… Read More »
What Documents Do Elderly Parents Need in Their Estate Plan?
People of all ages can benefit from creating an estate plan. If you are helping your elderly parents document their wishes, it is important to consider the documents that may be most relevant for doing this. A knowledgeable estate planning attorney can help you to discuss these. Estate Plan Basics: Trusts One option is a… Read More »
Created A Will? Good! Don’t Stop There.
A will is a basic and very important component of your estate plan, but it is only the foundation. You may need other documents and strategies in place to help accomplish each of your estate planning goals. You probably created a will to ensure that guardianship of your minor children is addressed if applicable, or… Read More »
Is Your House Protected from a MassHealth Lien or Estate Recovery?
Proper estate planning can help you accomplish multiple different goals within your estate and elder law plan but only when you are clear about what this looks like and have a comprehensive plan crafted by a knowledgeable Massachusetts estate planning lawyer. Being under the impression that just because your house is in a trust it… Read More »
Can I Avoid Adult Guardianship by Establishing a Trust?
One of the most powerful ways to avoid a court supervised guardianship if you were to become mentally incapacitated is to create and fund a revocable living trust. It’s important to recognize that the person installed in the role of guardian is not the same as a guardian although a person who is mentally incapacitated… Read More »