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Meeting Estate And Elder Law Needs In The Boston Area
Choosing the right executor for your estate is crucial. This decision can greatly affect your legacy. Remember, this person is responsible for managing your assets after you're gone. Many people just choose their oldest child or closest relative without considering...
A health care proxy is a legal document that allows you to choose someone you trust to make medical decisions for you when you can't do so yourself. It's an important step in planning for your future medical care, regardless of your age or current health status. In...
Massachusetts courts can handle the primary probate proceedings for most of the estate. However, if your loved one had property or assets located in other states, you will likely need to start ancillary probate proceedings. What is ancillary probate? Ancillary probate...
Qualifying for MassHealth can be a financial lifesaver as you age since it can help pay for long-term care and necessary medical treatment, which otherwise could eat away at your savings and deteriorate any wealth that you intended to pass down to your loved ones....
Millions of Americans will need long-term care when they get older. One widely-cited study found that 70% of Americans who make it to age 65 will need long-term care at some point in the remainder of their lives. This kind of care, whether it's at-home or in a nursing...
If your family relies on MassHealth programs, you might have heard about Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waivers. These programs aim to support those who prefer to receive long-term health care services in their home rather than in an institutional setting....
Becoming an heir to your parent’s estate can feel like solving a complex puzzle. You find yourself facing unfamiliar terms, intricate procedures and potentially challenging family dynamics. Add to this the emotional toll of losing a loved one, and the process can seem...
You may know about the MassHealth estate recovery process. MassHealth can recoup costs they spent on your long-term care by taking your assets from your heirs after you pass away. No matter how well you plan and spend down your assets to qualify for MassHealth, your...
Choosing a Medicare prescription drug plan (PDP) or Part D plan can be overwhelming. With numerous options available, selecting a plan that fits your unique health profile is crucial. An informed decision can increase your savings and ensure you get the medications...
As they age, most Massachusetts residents will need to pay for some sort of long-term care. Whether an individual needs a nursing home stay, and for how long, depends on many things. That said, over half of all women and about one-third of all men need to stay in a...