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Will vs. Trust in Massachusetts: What Actually Makes Sense for Your Family?
Will vs Trust: What are the key differences in Massachusetts estate planning? A will directs the probate court on how your individually owned assets should be distributed after final expenses […]
Read MoreBeyond the Will: Essential Estate Planning Documents You Need Now
Erin L. Nunes, Esq., Managing Partner at Surprenant, Beneski & Nunes, P.C. What if you were in an accident tomorrow and couldn’t make your own financial or medical decisions? Many […]
Read MoreEstate Administration Without a Will
When someone dies without a will in Massachusetts, their estate does not automatically pass to family members. Instead, it must go through the probate process under the state’s intestacy laws, […]
Read MoreWhat to Do When a Personal Representative Fails to Follow the Will
If a personal representative is not following the terms of a will in Massachusetts, you can petition the Probate and Family Court to enforce the will, require an accounting, or […]
Read More“’Tis the Season to… Update Your Will?” A (Gently) Hilarious Holiday Estate Planning Blog
“’Tis the Season to… Update Your Will?” A (Gently) Hilarious Holiday Estate Planning Blog
Ah, the holiday season. A magical time of year filled with twinkling lights, festive cookies, and at least one family member who believes “Die Hard” is absolutely a Christmas movie […]
Read MoreYour Checklist: Your Last Will and Testament
Making a will might seem like a daunting task, but we promise it’s more straightforward than you think. The first step is often the hardest—deciding to get started. The second […]
Read MoreYour Checklist: Your Last Will and Testament
Making a will might seem like a daunting task, but we promise it’s more straightforward than you think. The first step is often the hardest—deciding to get started. The second […]
Read MoreAlternatives to Wills and Trusts
When most people think about estate planning, they picture a will or a trust. But those aren’t your only options. Depending on your situation, there may be other ways to […]
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