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rights of heirs / beneficiaries of a will | 1 | 3 days 8 hours ago by Anonymous |
2 days 20 hours ago by The Editor |
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POA | 1 | 1 week 5 days ago by poaproblems |
4 days 13 hours ago by allan@baronlawm... |
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Purchase and Sale Agreement/License to Sell Estate Property | 2 | 1 week 3 days ago by NancyS |
1 week 2 days ago by NancyS |
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Is there a time limit for filing | 3 | 2 weeks 15 hours ago by Anonymous |
2 weeks 11 hours ago by Kevin Gaughen Sr. |
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Revocable Trust/Sole Trustee is Sole Beneficiary/Rights of Secondary Beneficiaries | 1 | 2 weeks 1 day ago by Anonymous |
2 weeks 1 day ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Will from different state still valid in Massachusetts? | 1 | 2 weeks 6 days ago by Anonymous |
2 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Can A Life Estate Be Taken Away? | 2 | 4 weeks 2 days ago by Bluesrains |
4 weeks 1 day ago by Bluesrains |
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Beneficiary wants accounting of MA trust | 1 | 5 weeks 18 hours ago by Donaldson |
5 weeks 16 hours ago by The Editor |
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Beneficiary wants accounting of MA trust | 0 | 5 weeks 18 hours ago by Donaldson |
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Expenses while waiting for sale of house and petition to partition. | 1 | 6 weeks 3 days ago by Anonymous |
6 weeks 3 days ago by Kevin Gaughen Sr. |
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Must will go to probate to be legal in MA? | 1 | 7 weeks 5 days ago by Merlot |
7 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Second marriage and estate planning | 1 | 9 weeks 1 day ago by SwimT |
9 weeks 1 day ago by Peter Bernardin |
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What are the trustee's reporting responsibilities to the beneficiaries of a revocable trust after the donor's death? | 0 | 9 weeks 5 days ago by seekingtrustinfo |
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Joint accounts and avoiding probate when there is no will | 1 | 10 weeks 1 day ago by Anonymous |
10 weeks 19 hours ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Selling house that is part of estate in MA. | 1 | 11 weeks 2 days ago by KWilson |
11 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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Contracts and debts end after death in MA? | 1 | 12 weeks 4 days ago by KateR |
12 weeks 4 days ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Showing will to beneficiaries for probate in MA | 1 | 13 weeks 5 days ago by MickeyR |
13 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Requirements of a valid will in Massachusetts (must be notarized)? | 2 | 16 weeks 14 hours ago by Mrs.M |
14 weeks 5 days ago by David |
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Converting from revocable to irrevocable trust for Medicaid | 2 | 14 weeks 6 days ago by Anonymous |
14 weeks 5 days ago by David |
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Notify beneficiaries if I change my will? | 1 | 16 weeks 6 days ago by Anonymous |
16 weeks 6 days ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Liability of only heir or beneficiary for car loan debt | 1 | 18 weeks 20 hours ago by traveler |
18 weeks 19 hours ago by The Editor |
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Power of attorney for estate? | 2 | 19 weeks 20 hours ago by arlanH |
19 weeks 19 hours ago by Peter Bernardin |
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How long does probate take in Massachusetts? | 1 | 20 weeks 1 day ago by Anonymous |
20 weeks 1 day ago by Peter Bernardin |
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MA Beneficiary of IRA dies first? | 1 | 21 weeks 1 day ago by davidson |
21 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Recording of Trusts required by MA estate law? | 1 | 22 weeks 2 days ago by capeseniortoo |
22 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Change estate plan after divorce? | 2 | 22 weeks 4 days ago by Anonymous |
22 weeks 4 days ago by Peter Bernardin |
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HIPAA Authorization for my Health Care Agent? | 1 | 23 weeks 4 days ago by Chutter |
23 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Video will legal in Massachusetts? | 2 | 25 weeks 18 hours ago by Anonymous |
25 weeks 18 hours ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Compensation for Executor in MA | 1 | 26 weeks 3 days ago by massresident |
26 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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Gift tax | 2 | 27 weeks 2 days ago by Anonymous |
27 weeks 1 day ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Durable Power of Attorney and new MA probate code | 1 | 27 weeks 3 days ago by Anonymous |
27 weeks 3 days ago by The Editor |
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Revocable living trust and Medicaid | 1 | 28 weeks 4 days ago by Anonymous |
28 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Attorney as executor of will in MA | 1 | 29 weeks 4 days ago by Anonymous |
29 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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How can I see copy of my uncle's last will? | 1 | 30 weeks 4 days ago by BrittM |
30 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Forms for guardianship or conservatorship in Massachusetts | 1 | 31 weeks 3 days ago by Anonymous |
31 weeks 3 days ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Will my family have to pay taxes on my life insurance policy? | 1 | 32 weeks 2 days ago by Anonymous |
32 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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Distribtion of assets of Revocable trust | 1 | 33 weeks 3 days ago by Anonymous |
33 weeks 2 days ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Bank request complete copy of a trust agreemment to open account | 0 | 33 weeks 3 days ago by Selkirk1944 |
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Do beneficiaries of will have to pay creditors? | 1 | 34 weeks 17 hours ago by Anonymous |
34 weeks 14 hours ago by The Editor |
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Dying Indigent in Massachusetts | 1 | 35 weeks 3 days ago by Anonymous |
35 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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Acceptable length of time to probate will? | 3 | 36 weeks 5 days ago by kids0406 |
35 weeks 5 days ago by kids0406 |
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Estate is now in probate - should I remove any belongings from the home? | 1 | 36 weeks 4 days ago by skydiver81 |
36 weeks 4 days ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Distribution of trust assets after death | 1 | 37 weeks 18 hours ago by CBurton |
37 weeks 12 hours ago by The Editor |
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vehicle of parent who passed away | 1 | 38 weeks 4 days ago by Anonymous |
38 weeks 3 days ago by The Editor |
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Question on taxes and distribution of estate | 2 | 39 weeks 2 days ago by Anonymous |
39 weeks 1 day ago by Kevin Gaughen Sr. |
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How do I register or transfer car after death of spouse and owner? | 2 | 40 weeks 2 days ago by ChuckW |
40 weeks 2 days ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Expedited probate in MA (Voluntary Administration) | 1 | 41 weeks 3 days ago by bobtwill |
41 weeks 3 days ago by The Editor |
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MA wills online | 1 | 42 weeks 4 days ago by TresT |
42 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Leaving property to charity in will or trust? | 1 | 43 weeks 4 days ago by Nervous |
43 weeks 4 days ago by The Editor |
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Any Estate planning issues for married gay and lesbian couples in MA? | 1 | 44 weeks 5 days ago by GWinters |
44 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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Life Estate - Responsiblities | 1 | 46 weeks 3 days ago by pongmaster21 |
46 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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Who is entitled to possession of ashes or remains of deceased? | 2 | 47 weeks 2 days ago by frustrated |
47 weeks 2 days ago by frustrated |
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Is it illegal to destroy or hide a last will in MA | 1 | 48 weeks 2 days ago by Anonymous |
48 weeks 2 days ago by The Editor |
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Funeral arrangements in Will? | 1 | 49 weeks 1 day ago by RogerH |
49 weeks 1 day ago by The Editor |
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Sole Beneficiary/Transfer of Deed question | 0 | 50 weeks 16 hours ago by kebrere |
n/a |
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Consequences of conveying executors deed v. not doing so | 1 | 1 year 28 weeks ago by stawasz_r |
50 weeks 2 days ago by Kevin Gaughen Sr. |
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Process to Transfer Title of Automobile that was left in a Will | 1 | 50 weeks 4 days ago by jbk33 |
50 weeks 4 days ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Finding estate planning attorney | 1 | 51 weeks 5 days ago by Juan-Don |
51 weeks 5 days ago by The Editor |
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How do I change my will? | 1 | 1 year 3 days ago by MDorgan |
1 year 3 days ago by The Editor |
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obtaining deceased father's medical records | 1 | 1 year 1 week ago by Anonymous |
1 year 1 week ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Joint will for husband and wife | 1 | 1 year 1 week ago by MiguelT |
1 year 1 week ago by The Editor |
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Changing Trustee of Irrevocable Trust | 1 | 1 year 2 weeks ago by cat8148 |
1 year 2 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Leaving a legacy letter with my will | 1 | 1 year 2 weeks ago by Millie |
1 year 2 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Language to leave son or daughter out of will | 1 | 1 year 3 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 3 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Leaving money to special needs child in trust or will | 1 | 1 year 4 weeks ago by Tangier |
1 year 4 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Who must administrator notify when probating a will? | 1 | 1 year 5 weeks ago by PendingExecutor |
1 year 5 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Challenging a will for Undue Influence or Lack of capacity | 1 | 1 year 5 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 5 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Time Requirement for starting the probate of wills | 1 | 1 year 5 weeks ago by PendingExecutor |
1 year 5 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Contesting named executor of a will who is the only surviving son of the decedent | 1 | 1 year 5 weeks ago by PendingExecutor |
1 year 5 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Can Agent named in Power of Attorney quit and/or collect fees? | 1 | 1 year 6 weeks ago by Concern4H |
1 year 6 weeks ago by admin |
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Estate planning if I have no money or property? | 1 | 1 year 6 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 6 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Can administrator of estate hire a probate attorney? | 1 | 1 year 8 weeks ago by Shirl84 |
1 year 8 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Life estate as planning tool | 1 | 1 year 9 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 9 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Using medicaid planning trust for estate planning | 1 | 1 year 9 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 9 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Relative hiding assets from Will to which he was executor | 2 | 1 year 10 weeks ago by Subrider618 |
1 year 10 weeks ago by Subrider618 |
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Leaving a child out of the will (disinheriting) | 1 | 1 year 11 weeks ago by Simpson |
1 year 11 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Dying without a will | 1 | 1 year 12 weeks ago by Simpleman |
1 year 12 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Can I revoke my power of attorney | 1 | 1 year 12 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 12 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Beneficiary as Trustee for MA Trust? | 1 | 1 year 13 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 13 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Estate planning using spendthrift trust | 1 | 1 year 14 weeks ago by SueH |
1 year 14 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Updating estate planning and will | 1 | 1 year 15 weeks ago by Trace2009 |
1 year 15 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Making trust for kids in my will | 1 | 1 year 16 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 16 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Naming guardians for kids in will or trust | 1 | 1 year 16 weeks ago by Sharon34 |
1 year 16 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Voluntary administrator | 1 | 1 year 19 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 18 weeks ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Can I make a Trust for my dog in MA? | 1 | 1 year 19 weeks ago by Petlover |
1 year 19 weeks ago by The Editor |
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joint bank accounts and estate planning | 2 | 1 year 21 weeks ago by debmal04 |
1 year 20 weeks ago by ym0624 |
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Future inheritance | 2 | 1 year 21 weeks ago by stawasz_r |
1 year 20 weeks ago by stawasz_r |
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voluntary administrator | 1 | 1 year 23 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 23 weeks ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Do I have to probate | 1 | 1 year 25 weeks ago by PamSCS |
1 year 25 weeks ago by Peter Bernardin |
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Can I See a Copy of the Will? | 1 | 1 year 27 weeks ago by Touchy1 |
1 year 27 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Health Care Proxy or Living Will | 2 | 1 year 31 weeks ago by Donald |
1 year 31 weeks ago by Donald |
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Executrix Stalling on Dispensing of Property | 1 | 1 year 31 weeks ago by Bevofi |
1 year 31 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Life Estate | 0 | 1 year 32 weeks ago by MassConfusion |
n/a |
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Medical Power of Attorney vs. Health Care Proxy | 1 | 1 year 32 weeks ago by pwmorse |
1 year 32 weeks ago by The Editor |
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parent with an estranged spouse and no will | 0 | 1 year 34 weeks ago by sissabee78 |
n/a |
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Property tax credit in Massachusetts Elders | 1 | 1 year 35 weeks ago by SusanG |
1 year 34 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Can a Power of Attorney Expire? | 1 | 1 year 37 weeks ago by Chicky |
1 year 36 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Determining Mental Capacity for Health Care Proxy | 1 | 1 year 39 weeks ago by Trolley |
1 year 38 weeks ago by The Editor |
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Health Care Proxy from Another State | 1 | 1 year 41 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 40 weeks ago by The Editor |
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What if my doctor ignores my health care proxy? | 1 | 1 year 43 weeks ago by Anonymous |
1 year 43 weeks ago by The Editor |
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