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Estate planning is for everyone

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | May 9, 2019 | Estate Planning

By now, readers of this Massachusetts-based legal blog know that an estate plan can be a beneficial tool for individuals to have prepared. It can help families protect their wealth and ensure that money goes where it is intended. It can also provide guidance to...

Who may apply for MassHealth benefits?

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | Apr 26, 2019 | Medicaid/Medicare

In Massachusetts, Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program are run under the program of MassHealth. MassHealth is an important service for older residents as it provides them with support for their healthcare and long-term care needs. This post will...

What you need to update after joining a blended family

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | Apr 17, 2019 | Firm News

Marrying a second time is rarely an easy task. It may feel great to have a spouse by your side once again, but you may also feel more pressure in trying to ensure that you don’t end up with another divorce. You may need a while to adjust, especially if you or your new...

Under what circumstances may probate be necessary?

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | Apr 11, 2019 | Probate

Many Massachusetts residents take it upon themselves to prepare estate plans that minimize their chances of having to go through probate. Probate is not an inherently bad process, but it can be time consuming and costly if it drags on long after a decedent's passing....

Planning for the future can provide stability for the elderly

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | Mar 28, 2019 | Elder Law

When a Massachusetts resident is a young adult, their retirement years may seem like a faraway dream. They may not be able to comprehend how much money they will have to save so that they may one day leave their job and live off of their investments, nor may they be...

How long can an estate be stuck in the probate courts?

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | Mar 14, 2019 | Probate

As with all legal matters, readers should be aware that their individual probate timelines may be very different from those of others who also must go through the process. As every Massachusetts resident will pass on with a unique estate, the individual...

There are many reasons to have an estate plan

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | Feb 28, 2019 | Estate Planning

Estate planning is an often overlooked area of responsibility for many Massachusetts residents. While some individuals may not believe that they have enough money to justify creating estate plans, others may worry about getting their plans right and not offending any...

If you are your parent’s caregiver, is there 2018 tax relief?

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | Feb 27, 2019 | Guardianship

Some people choose to be their parent's primary caregiver. However, this can strain your personal finances. Luckily, there is new tax relief available to caregivers for the fiscal year of 2018.What should caregivers expect at tax time?There were a few changes to...

Organization is key to applying for MassHealth

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | Feb 14, 2019 | Medicaid/Medicare

There is no secret that health care costs in the United States are astronomical. Any Massachusetts resident who has had to visit an emergency room or undergo an unexpected medical procedure can attest to the exorbitant costs that may appear on their bills once they...

What legal issues can complicate the end of a person’s life?

On Behalf of Center for Elder Law & Estate Planning | Jan 31, 2019 | Elder Law

For most individuals, growing old is a blessing. As they age they are able to witness their kids and grandchildren grow and find their own successes. Many are able to bestow upon their loved ones gifts to make their lives easier and more enjoyable.Massachusetts...

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