Estate Planning

The Internet and the availability of standard online forms has led to a do-it-yourself approach to estate plans. Just as you shouldn’t self diagnose health issues online, you shouldn’t address... Read More

Estate planning is one of the most important things you can do to protect yourself and your family. Massachusetts laws are complex. Unless you’re an attorney, preparing an estate plan... Read More

If you intend to transfer ownership of a family home to your children, there are several ways to do so as part of estate planning. Each option has pros and... Read More

When you think of guardians for your children, you probably think about specific people in your life. Sometimes it’s helpful to start with a different approach. Consider the qualities of... Read More

Guardianship is one of the most difficult estate planning decisions. It’s one that many parents procrastinate making, often because there’s no clear choice. However, failing to designate a guardian can... Read More

A trust is an estate planning instrument that takes effect while you are living and survives your death. It can provide valuable protections to both you and your beneficiaries. There... Read More

There are many benefits to revocable trusts in estate planning, making it one of the most popular options. If you’re looking to create a new estate plan and aren’t sure... Read More

Probate is the court process to settle estates upon someone’s death. In the estate planning world, there’s a lot of focus on it (or rather, on avoiding it). There are... Read More

When you die without a valid will, Massachusetts Intestate Succession Laws determine your heirs. Marital status, children, and living relatives are all important factors. Understanding what the law dictates is... Read More

A common misconception is that only the wealthy need an estate plan. Although minimizing taxes for high value estates is one aspect of estate planning, there are many more benefits.... Read More