Your IRA or Retirement Account When You Die

This is the first installment in a series that will be printed in this newsletter every third edition to describe the options and details for establishing an estate plan by the owner of these accounts.

IRAs and employer sponsored retirement accounts (i.e., 401K, 403b, etc.) often hold a substantial portion of an individual’s savings upon death. Since the earnings deposited into these accounts, including accrued interest and dividends, are often untaxed or have only been partially…

You’ve Been Appointed as a Guardian or Conservator – Now What?

Massachusetts probate courts are seeing a steady increase of individuals petitioning for and being appointed as a guardian, conservator, or both, for elderly, disabled and minor individuals. Petitioning the court is the simple part; unfortunately, the requirements accompanying the appointment are not. As a result, many people are finding themselves in violation of their duties as guardian and conservator, which could result in legal and financial implications. If you are serving…