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What Do I Need in my Estate Plan?

February 20, 2020 by Emily Prince 1 Comment

Creating an estate plan was something my husband and I talked about doing for years. Here is what you need to include in your estate plan.

Creating an estate plan was something my husband and I talked about doing for years. We knew it was important, yet kept pushing it further down on our to-do list since we were healthy, childless and had a hard time facing our mortality. When I became pregnant with my second son, we decided the time […]

Filed Under: Estate Planning, Guardianship Tagged With: children, estate plan, executor, guardian, healthcare proxy, jargon, Massachusetts, personal representative, power of attorney, probate, taxes, trust, will

What’s the Difference Between a Probate Attorney and an Estate Planning Attorney?

November 7, 2019 by Rebecca Leave a Comment

When it comes to choosing a probate or estate planning attorney, there are some key differences. I'll let you know so you can make the right choice.

Attorneys love their jargon. Well, we don’t love it. But it’s hard to escape using it, when it means specific things. One question that I’ve heard come up is, “What kind of attorney do I need?” and, “I don’t even know what to look for.” When it comes to finding the right attorney, I always […]

Filed Under: Estate Planning, Probate Tagged With: estate plan, executor, healthcare proxy, jargon, Massachusetts, personal representative, power of attorney, probate, trust, will

What to Expect at Middlesex Probate and Family Court: FAQ’s

October 3, 2019 by Rebecca 2 Comments

Middlesex Probate and Family Court can be a confusing place to navigate. To make your visit easier, I have answered some frequently asked questions.

How to Navigate Middlesex Probate and Family Court If you live in Middlesex County and are getting a divorce, seeking a change to your custody agreement, or seeking guardianship of a minor or incapacitated person; or administering the will of a deceased resident of Middlesex County, you will be making a trip to Middlesex Probate […]

Filed Under: Family Law, Guardianship, Probate Tagged With: custody, divorce process, Massachusetts, probate, real estate

Should I Use an Online Service to Write My Own Will?

September 26, 2019 by Rebecca Leave a Comment

Online will services are marketed as fast, easy and affordable, but do you really want to learn an entire area of law, just for this one moment in time?

In theory, the idea of using an online “automated” service to draft your will sounds wonderful.  These services are marketed as fast, easy and affordable.  We are all short on time and you may think that drafting a will from your laptop while sitting on the couch is far easier than hiring an attorney to […]

Filed Under: Estate Planning, Probate Tagged With: estate plan, executor, jargon, Massachusetts, personal representative, probate, taxes, trust, will

Do You Need a Trust?

May 14, 2019 by Rebecca Leave a Comment

I am frequently asked whether a trust is necessary, and I give the most legal answer I know: It depends. There are many different types of trusts, that serve many different purposes. They can shelter assets to reduce estate tax liability, protect privacy during the probate process, provide for responsible financial management of a minor […]

Filed Under: Estate Planning, Mindful Money Management, Probate Tagged With: children, estate plan, finances, life insurance, Massachusetts, probate, special needs, taxes, trust, will

4 Gifts to Give Your Loved Ones When You Die

April 29, 2019 by Rebecca 1 Comment

What do we leave our loved ones when we die? We leave legacies of love and sometimes legacies of wealth. In the immediate aftermath of your demise, your loved ones will be struggling with their grief and trying to manage many logistical details that they have never faced before. For a program at The First […]

Filed Under: Estate Planning, Probate Tagged With: estate plan, executor, finances, life insurance, Massachusetts, personal representative, probate, will

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