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What Are “For Informational Purposes Only” Inspections?
If you’re in the process of selling a house as the realtor or the owner, understanding “for informational purposes only” inspections is crucial. If a buyer requests this type of inspection, you…
When Estate Planning and Real Estate Collide
A revocable living trust can be a great way to handle real estate and keep it out of probate when you pass. However, there are a few key steps you need to…
What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Pass Away?
You may be familiar with estate planning or the process of planning what will happen with your finances, real estate, retirement plans, and other assets after you pass away. However, did you…
Selling Real Estate from an Estate
If you decide to sell a home owned by an estate still in probate, you need to be careful to follow the rules so the transaction will be valid. Generally, the estate…
Don’t Lose the Value of Your Title Insurance – Get the Right Endorsement After Creating a Trust
Because I work extensively with both real estate law and estate planning, I see one common mistake people make that can cause trouble in the future. Fortunately, there’s an easy fix. Real…
What Should I Do With My Deed After My Spouse Dies?
Your real estate deed will not be the first thing that springs to mind after your spouse passes away. Eventually, however, it occurs to many people that have lost a spouse that…
What are the Essential Documents for a Good Estate Plan?
A good estate plan protects you, your people, and your stuff. So which documents do you need to do that? Healthcare protection documents. You should have a Health Care Proxy that authorizes…
What Do You Do with the Deed to Your House After Divorce?
The divorce decree incorporates terms that affect your financial affairs, but you often need to take specific steps to make the right things happen. This is particularly true when it comes to…
If I Don’t Have a Will, Does Massachusetts Get My Money?
When someone dies without a will, they lose the ability to determine who will get their property and who will handle their affairs. Can they also lose all their property to the…