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Top Three Business Succession Planning Mistakes To Avoid In Massachusetts
Are you a small business owner in Norfolk County or elsewhere in the Greater Boston area? If so, it is crucial that you have a comprehensive succession plan in place. At Fisher Law LLC, we have extensive experience with succession planning for small businesses. Here, our Norwood business succession planning attorney highlights the top… Read More »
Is A Revocable Living Trust Actually Worth It?
Many people opt to include a revocable living trust as part of their estate plan. A revocable trust can offer some tangible benefits over a will. Still, it is not the right estate planning tool for every situation. If you are considering setting up a revocable living trust, it is useful to know the… Read More »
What Can We Do Now To Prepare For The Cost Of Long Term Care In Massachusetts
Long term care is extremely expensive. Indeed, the average cost of nursing home care in Massachusetts is nearly $400 per day (Massachusetts Division of InsuranceThat is nearly $150,000 per year. ). We see in our practice the typical cost per day for a nursing home in the Greater Boston Area to range between $433… Read More »
Questions You May Want To Ask A Massachusetts Estate Planning Attorney
The American Bar Association (ABA) explains that estate planning is the process that “covers the transfer of property at death as well as a variety of other personal matters.” Many people put off estate planning because they do not know where to get started. A lawyer can help. If you have questions, professional guidance… Read More »
Does Medicare Cover Nursing Homes In Massachusetts?
Nursing home care is expensive. The Massachusetts Division of Insurance explains that the average annual cost in the Commonwealth can run into the six figures. It is a big challenge for many families because Medicare does not cover nursing home care. Instead, Medicaid, called MassHealth in Massachusetts, is the public program that can be… Read More »
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 »