Category: Probate

The passing of a loved one, especially an elderly relative, is always a challenging time. Beyond the emotional toll of the funeral, there lies the intricate task of settling the deceased’s estate. This process can often feel daunting and overwhelming. However, this guide aims to ease your journey through these legal complexities by providing pertinent … Continued

Losing a loved one is a difficult experience, and dealing with their estate can make it even more challenging. Probate is the legal process of distributing a deceased person’s assets to their heirs, and it can be a complex and time-consuming process. If you are in Massachusetts and wondering if you need a probate attorney, … Continued

When someone dies, all of their possessions (known as their “estate”) must go through a process called probate. Probate is the process of legally appointing someone as a representative of the estate, and giving them the power to wrap up the estate’s affairs and distribute the estate according to the deceased’s wishes. In Massachusetts, there … Continued

If you’ve experienced a recent bereavement you’re likely wondering what you need to do with your loved one’s things while you wait for probate. There are a lot of rules around what you can and can’t do during probate, so it’s important to be mindful and not make any decisions too quickly. That said, you … Continued

Probate is the legal process of transferring the ownership of a deceased’s estate to its rightful heir. In Massachusetts, probate can take anywhere from 2 months to 2 years (sometimes longer), depending on the exact circumstances.  In this article, we’ll explore what the probate process looks like, what causes delays, how long it takes, and … Continued

It’s hard enough to manage the grief of losing a loved one without dealing with the costs of inheriting their house. We understand how confusing the financial aspect of inheriting real estate can be. We hope to make this challenging time a little easier by bringing awareness to the hidden expenses that may arise. So, … Continued

Inheriting a house is a stressful and emotionally draining process- especially when the inheritance came from a recently deceased loved one. Deciding what to do with your parent's house while still in the early stages of grief is difficult, to say the least. However, having access to the right information can help.

If you are recently dealing with the process of managing a will, you likely have plenty on your plate and are looking for information to help you deal with the process smoothly and efficiently. It can be a difficult time and you’ll likely appreciate easy and straightforward answers to all your questions.

Estate home sales typically occur following the death of a parent, and you and your siblings are left to sell all assets, including your parents' home. This is usually a stressful and emotional time and the process may seem daunting, so it's a good idea to employ a real estate agent to help you with the process of marketing and selling your house.

Like with any new legal or financial situation, it can be intimidating trying to understand what happens when you inherit a house. Addressing this situation brings on emotional and financial decisions you need to make regarding your newly inherited home.

Probate is a legal process where an individual gets appointed (usually a spouse or family member) and gets given the power to identify ad gather a decedent's assets, pay any taxes or debts owed by the deceased, and transfer remaining assets to those that will inherit them. This is all based on the decedent's existing will, or according to Massachusetts law if there's no will.