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The Ethics of Being a Personal Representative

Settling An Estate With Fairness

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What If There Is No Will?

What to expect from the estate of a family member who did not have a Will.

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An Introduction to Probate and Estate Administration in Massachusetts

Discussing basic aspects of voluntary, formal, and informal estate administration in the Massachusetts Probate Courts

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Many people assume their will controls all of thei Many people assume their will controls all of their assets—but that is not always the case.

Assets with valid beneficiary designations typically transfer directly to the named beneficiary, regardless of what a will says. If those designations are outdated or inconsistent with the overall estate plan, assets may pass in unintended ways.

Regular reviews help ensure beneficiary designations align with current goals and circumstances.

If you have questions about how your assets will transfer, we would be glad to speak with you.
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