Safeguarding Your Child’s Inheritance from Creditors and Predators on the North Shore in MA

As a parent, your primary concern is to ensure your child’s future security and uphold the legacy you’ve worked tirelessly to build. We at Jordan & White, LLC, fully understand and share this sentiment. We know that estate planning isn’t solely about the distribution of your assets; it’s about creating a protective financial framework for…

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Strategies to minimize estate taxes and maximize the inheritance for your child.

At Jordan & White, LLC, we firmly believe that a well-crafted estate plan is an invaluable gift for your children. Not only does it ensure your hard-earned wealth is transferred smoothly, but it can also help to minimize estate taxes and maximize the inheritance you leave behind. Our team is dedicated to helping you make…

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Understanding the Legal Considerations in Massachusetts of Naming a Guardian for Your Child

Naming a guardian for your child in your estate plan, should you pass away before your child is of legal age, is an important step in being a responsible parent. But you must ensure that you fully understand the legal considerations of this process before assigning someone to the role. The Legal Process of Assigning…

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Don’t Buy Furniture Until After You Close

Buying a house is an exciting venture. Even if you already have a ton of household goods and furniture, you’ll still want new items to fit with the new place. But try to resist the urge to buy that furniture or anything on credit until after you close on the sale. Not only will the…

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What are the Alternatives to Guardianship?

When a loved one loses the ability to take care of their health or manage their own financial matters, family members often assume that they can quickly step in and be declared as a legal guardian to ensure their loved one is cared for properly. But guardianship is an extreme measure, and for that reason…

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Estate Planning Strategies for Single Mothers

Single parents have so many things to think about on any given day, including bills, homework, clubs, sports, work, chores, errands, and more. Single moms especially seem to have more to do every day. Most single parents keep putting off estate planning because they’re so busy. However, you should consider these estate planning strategies for…

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What Happens if You Do Not Have a Will or Trust

People delay estate planning for many reasons. Some may say, “I’m young; I have plenty of time,” or “My children will inherit everything anyway.” Such reasoning may jeopardize your estate, sour family relationships, and create many complications for your heirs. What happens if you do not have a will or trust in Massachusetts, and why…

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When To Hire an Attorney for a Real Estate Closing

If you’re buying or selling a property in Massachusetts, state law requires that an attorney be present at the real estate closing. This is typically the lender’s closing attorney, but buyers and sellers are free to hire their own lawyers as well, and most do. Read on to learn why you should consider having legal…

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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 should know the potential consequences and the best ways to respond. Here’s everything you need to know about “for informational purposes only” inspections.…

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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 take after creating the trust and many estate planning attorneys miss one critical step. You will need a deed transferring the property into…

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