In a previous blog post, we provided detailed information on revocable trusts and how they can be used to accomplish your estate planning goals. Another option available is an irrevocable trust. As you might have guessed, it’s basically the opposite of a revocable trust. Why might you consider using ... Read More
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Detecting and Avoiding Email Scams
It’s hard to tell where an email is coming from nowadays. Scam emails are masked to appear legitimate in hopes of tricking you into downloading a virus or providing personal information. To avoid being a victim, here are ways of detecting and avoiding email scams. Signs of a Scam Avoiding email ... Read More
Tips on Protecting Yourself from Phone Scams
Phone scams are becoming more prevalent. Although they target just about everyone, seniors are an especially popular target. A new senior-focused scam involves Medicare cards. Here’s what you should know about this scam and some tips on protecting yourself from phone scams of all types. Medicare ... Read More
Retirement Tips for Women
No one wants to think about or admit that they are getting older. Every year the phrase keeps getting pushed back – 40 is the new 30, 50 is the new 40 –in the never-ending search for youthfulness. There are many biases women face. On average, men are paid more for the same job and level of ... Read More
3 Things Commonly Forgotten in Massachusetts Estate Plans
Estate plans contain many different components depending on your personal circumstances and preferences. Although most estate plans are unique, there are several things that all estate plans should include. Here are some things commonly forgotten in Massachusetts estate plans. Be sure to address ... Read More
Finding Estate Planning Documents for Deceased Family Members
Losing a family member can be an extremely emotional, stressful, and confusing time. Among the many things that you may be faced with is how to handle different aspects of the estate. If you are unaware of what assets or arrangements are in place, you may need to do some detective work. Here are a ... Read More
Make an Estate Plan for Digital Assets
Technology use is so prevalent nowadays that most people have multiple forms of digital assets remaining when they die. Unfortunately, most forget to plan for these assets, making it difficult for family members to access them or to know what to do with them. Here are some things to consider when ... Read More
Difference Between Medicare, Medicaid and MassHealth
Government programs are often mistaken for one another, which is understandable since they all tend to be equally confusing. When it comes to healthcare, it’s important to distinguish between the programs to understand what they cover, or more importantly, what they do not cover. Here’s what you ... Read More
Massachusetts Medicaid Qualification Criteria & Medicaid Planning Tips
Medicaid is a government health care program with federal rules but administered by individual states. It is used by many elderly residents in Massachusetts, but the program is not restricted to the elderly. Many wrongly assume that you can qualify for medicaid once you reach a certain age, however, ... Read More
Money Saving Tips and Retirement Planning
There are many different ways to save for retirement, or just to save money in general long before retirement. How can you simplify your finances and maximize your savings? Here are some money saving tips to consider, particularly for retirement planning. Focus on Paying Off Debts Many find it ... Read More
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