Monthly Archives: July 2026
Does Non-Probate Property Count For The Massachusetts Estate Tax?
Massachusetts has an estate tax that applies to estates that are valued at $2 million or higher. Notably, non-probate property still counts towards the estate tax. Within this article, our Boston estate planning attorney explains the key things to know about non-probate property and the Massachusetts estate tax. Massachusetts Estate Tax Applies to More… Read More »
Your Guide To Health Care Proxy In Massachusetts
There may come a time when you will not be able to handle your own health care decision making. A living will helps to guide your health care proxy in making health-related decision in order to ensure that your wishes are followed by doctors and other medical providers. It is not a legally binding… Read More »
Can You Set Up A Lady Bird Deed In Massachusetts?
Broadly defined, a Lady Bird deed is a specialized type of real estate deed that, among other things, states who will inherit the property when the owner of it dies. Lady Bird deeds are only allowed in a minority of states. Massachusetts does not allow Lady Bird deeds. However, there are alternative options available…. Read More »