Matthew Karr, Esq., Presents Estate Planning Seminar for Lawyers through MCLE
On March 9th, Matthew Karr, Esq., of The Heritage Law Center in Woburn and Beverly, joined three colleagues to present an educational workshop for Lawyers on the topic of Estate Planning. The seminar,...
View ArticleIpswich COA Hosts Estate Planning Seminar for Seniors
As part of their ongoing effort to serve the needs of Seniors in the community, the Ipswich Council on Aging recently hosted Attorney Matthew Karr of The Heritage Law Center for an informative Seminar...
View ArticleWill a simple Will do what you need it to do?
Estate planning attorneys often receive calls from potential clients requesting how much a simple Will costs. What they do not know is that a simple Will – also known as a “Last Will and Testament” –...
View ArticleEstate Planning in the Digital Age
When we think about estate planning, we usually think of how we manage tangible items and investments, but have you thought about protecting your digital assets? As our lives become more and more...
View ArticleAvoid Estate Tax and Preserve Your Family Legacy Through Gifts
There’s a great feeling of satisfaction that comes with giving. Being able to help your loved ones through major life events and financial transitions can be a very rewarding experience. Did you...
View ArticleEstate Planning for the Young Adult: 7 Strategies to Start Today
Back to school season is upon us! As we all prepare to get back into our routines it’s also a great time to be reminded of estate planning basics. The blog posts this month focus on just that....
View ArticleChoosing the Right Trustee
Appointing the right trustee is an important decision for anyone who is in the process of creating a trust. The trustee is responsible for managing the trust either when the trust is formed or in the...
View ArticleUsing a Trust to Limit Massachusetts Estate Taxes for Couples
The Massachusetts estate tax exemption is $1M. When you die, if your estate is valued at $1M or under, you pay no estate tax. If it is valued at one dollar over $1M your estate is taxed on the ENTIRE...
View ArticleWhy You Should Plan Ahead for MassHealth Eligibility
It’s estimated that 70% of people over the age of 65 will require some type of long-term care services during their lifetime. That could mean needing assistance with at least a couple of activities of...
View ArticleWhat is Probate Litigation and How to Avoid It?
When a loved one passes away and has left a will, their estate must go through a court-managed proceeding called probate where the will is verified, a personal representative is appointed, and the...
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