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Four things that are often forgotten in wills and estate plans

Even if you've written an estate plan, are you sure you included everything you need to? There are certain things that people often...

Kathy McNair, Esq.

Mar 30, 20173 min read

Make Reviewing Your Estate Plan One of Your New Year's Resolutions

The beginning of a new year is a good time to take a look at your estate plan to make sure it is up to date. Less than half of people...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Jan 3, 20175 min read

How to start the conversation with your aging loved one...

It’s not easy to sit down and have hard conversations with your aging or sick loved one, but it is extremely important. Talking about...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Feb 4, 20163 min read

Signed, Sealed, delivered…now what? Following through with your estate plan

It is rewarding to see my clients leave the office with a noticeable sense of relief after executing their estate plan. They have...

Pamela Crohan, Esq.

Jan 28, 20164 min read

Tips for Personal Representatives on Finding Assets

When someone dies, it is always helpful if they left a list of assets, how they are held, and where they are located. However, sometimes...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Nov 12, 20153 min read

Is the Personal Representative of your Estate Up for the Job?

When putting together your estate plan, it is important to think about how it will be administered. Wills and trusts administration can...

Kathy L. McNair

Nov 5, 20153 min read

Do you need a trust?

Sometimes a will is enough to ensure that your estate is properly planned. In other cases, a trust is also recommended to give you...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Aug 21, 20151 min read

Why Estate Planning is still important even when you don't have children or close family

Estate planning is critical to ensure that those without children or close family members stay in control of their future. Without...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Aug 14, 20152 min read

Will you lose your house if you need nursing home care?

Nursing home care in Massachusetts can often cost $150,000 per year or more. Many clients are worried that they will not have enough...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Aug 7, 20153 min read

How to talk with your parents about their estate plan

Talking with your parents about their own estate planning can be an uncomfortable topic. However, it is much better to have this...

Kathy L. McNair

Jul 31, 20153 min read

10 considerations when your spouse needs nursing home care

1. Try to have your spouse stay in the hospital as an inpatient for a minimum of 3 nights before going to the nursing home. Medicare...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Jul 17, 20153 min read

Using a Life Estate Deed to Protect your Home

I meet with many clients that are concerned about losing their home, if they need nursing home care. Some people think that they can...

Kathy L. McNair

Jul 8, 20153 min read

7 Considerations Before Making a Gift

By Kathy L. McNair, Esq. The holidays will soon be here. You may be thinking about giving your loved ones a sizeable gift. It is very...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Oct 15, 20143 min read

The PACE Program- Helping Elders live in the Community

By Kathy L. McNair, Esq. I had the pleasure of spending a day at a PACE (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Adult day program...

Kathy L. McNair, Esq.

Sep 30, 20141 min read