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Should You Specify All Of Your Personal Property In A Will?
Are you preparing to write or revise your will? If so, you may have a lot of questions about how to deal with personal property. Among them: Should you specify your personal property in a will in Massachusetts? The short answer is “it depends.” Some people specify certain property, though not everyone does so…. Read More »
What Is The Difference Between Guardianships And Conservatorships In Massachusetts?
A vulnerable adult may not be in a position to manage his or her own affairs. In Massachusetts, adult guardianships and adult conservatorships may be required for an older adult or other vulnerable person who is incapacitated. At Fisher Law LLC, we want to make sure that you understand the difference. Here, our Boston… Read More »
Should You Sell A House Or Transfer For The Kids?
For many people who are at or near retirement, the house is one of the biggest financial assets. It can be complicated to deal with in estate planning. You may be wondering: Is it better to sell the house first or transfer it to the kids using a will or a trust? Here, our… Read More »
Four Tips To Reduce Your Risk Your Family Will End Up In A Conflict In Your Estate
An estate plan should be comprehensive and customized to meet your specific needs. Without a proper, proactive estate plan, there is a serious risk that your family will end up in a major conflict. At Fisher Law LLC, we are committed to helping people and families in Massachusetts solve problems before they arise. Here,… Read More »
Five Estate Planning Myths That Too Many People Still Believe
Estate planning is complicated. There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about how estate planning actually works. At Fisher Law LLC, we are committed to helping people and families put the right plan in place. Within this article, our Boston estate planning attorney dispels five estate planning myths that far too many people… Read More »
Can I Set Up A POA That Only Takes Effect If I Am Incapacitated?
Are you preparing an estate plan? It is a best practice to have a Durable Power of Attorney (“DPOA”, which is sometimes referred to as just a “POA”) in place. You may be wondering: Can I set up a power of attorney that will only become active if I am incapacitated? In Massachusetts, the… Read More »
Three Tips For Using A Trust To Protect Assets In Massachusetts
Asset protection is one of the most important aspects of comprehensive estate planning. It is too often overlooked. Asset protection requires deliberate planning under Massachusetts law. A properly structured trust can shield assets from certain creditors, preserve wealth for beneficiaries, and reduce exposure in high-risk professions. At Fisher Law LLC, we have extensive experience… Read More »
You Cannot Rely On Medicare Or Nursing Home Care Coverage In Massachusetts
Medicare is an important public health program. It helps to ensure that senior citizens are able to access the care that they need. However, Medicare will generally not pay for nursing home care. The program only offers limited, short-term nursing home care coverage. Medicaid is the public program for nursing home costs. The difference… Read More »
Can I Leave Care Instructions For My Disabled Child As Part Of My Estate Plan In Massachusetts?
Do you have a disabled child or another close loved one with special needs? If so, you can (and often should) leave some form of care instructions for them as part of your estate plan. At Fisher Law LLC, we have extensive experience with special needs planning. Here, our Boston estate planning attorney explains… Read More »
Can We Skip Probate Entirely In Massachusetts?
Probate has the potential to be a long, complicated process in Massachusetts. You may be wondering: Is it possible to skip probate? The short answer is “it depends.” Some estates may not have to go through the full probate process. Further, there are many specific assets that can skip probate with the proper planning…. Read More »