Estate planning, which includes drawing up a will, does not only apply to wealthy people.If you pass away without a will, a state court generally decides who gets your assets and, if you have children, who will care for them.Some assets need to be addressed separately, including retirement accounts and life insurance.
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USA Today Article: Don’t leave grieving relatives searching for your passwords
Here's how to organize your digital life before you die
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There was a time when you didn’t worry much about your email account, or the website you bought years ago, or your usernames and passwords for various financial and other accounts.
But now you do....
Kiplinger Article: Should I Start Gifting Money (or Even My House) to My Kids?
As for giving away your money while you’re still alive to see it go to the ones you love, there are pros and cons to think about. But when it comes to your house, giving that away is probably a really bad idea.
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When thinking about estate planning,...
AgingCare Article: Tips for Reducing Loneliness in Elders During the Holidays
By: Carol Bradley Bursack, Minding Our Elders
This holiday season will look quite different from previous years. With more seniors forced to celebrate the holidays alone, learn how to help an elderly loved one feel your love from afar.
There is a lot of pressure on people...
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Alzheimer's Association (508) 1-800-272-3900 www.alz.org
Alzheimer's Family Support Center (508) 896-5170 www.alzheimerscapecod.org
Bristol Elders (508) 675-2101 www.bristolelder.org
Catholic Social Services NB 508-997-7337, Hyannis 508-771-6771, or FR 508-674-4681 www.cssdioc.org
Is There a Downside to Being an Executor in Massachusetts?
Perhaps someone has approached you to be his or her personal representative (aka executor), or perhaps you have been named earlier by someone who recently passed away. Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed or confused? If so, you are hardly alone. The best step to take if you find yourself in this...
Estate Planning Tips Concerning a Health Care Proxy
A health care proxy is a legal document in which you appoint another person to make medical decisions for you if you are unable to do so. Although it may be hard to conceive of not being able to participate in your own health care decisions, such situations are by no means...
Common Estate Planning Mistakes
Estate planning mistakes are all too common. The best way of avoiding them is to engage the services of a highly qualified estate planning attorney. If you live in Southeastern Massachusetts or Cape Cod, Surprenant & Beneski, P.C. has several talented attorneys well-prepared to assist you. Each of us is adept...
How Can I Create a Charitable Foundation in Massachusetts?
Like many, you may make generous charitable contributions each year. But what if you want to establish a charitable foundation? Though it may seem to be a complicated undertaking, it may be one of the most fulfilling actions you ever take.
For most people, establishing a charitable foundation is...
At Surprenant & Beneski, You Get the Best of the Team Approach
Article appears as it was written CapeCod.com
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Consulting an attorney may seem like a daunting move that comes with many questions. Who do you consult? How do you know you’re getting the best advice? Who should you trust?
The team approach at Surprenant & Beneski,...