In Massachusetts, you need to have the deed notarized, but no extra witnesses are required. You might have an issue with the deed being so "old"...

You will only benefit under your father-in-law's policy if he names you as a beneficiary of the policy. Usually there is a beneficiary (which you...

How can we protect our children's inheritance?

In your situation, I would generally recommend that you leave the inheritance in a special type of trust designed to protect the assets from...

You can do this by mail as long as you send the required form and death certificate. They will mail you back a certified copy of the form. There...

Is a living will that I created in another state valid in MA or do I need to make a new one?

If your documents were signed correctly in accordance with the requirements of your prior state, then they are ok in Massachusetts and do not need...

Would I need to file voluntary form or formal form with the probate court?

As tenants in common (as opposed to joint tenants) your mother's interest in the house does not automatically pass to you upon her death, so the...

Can't locate heir at law. At what point do I satisfy notice provision? Last known address?

Actually, if your mother is survived by descendants (you and your sister), then there is no need to notify her siblings. They are not the...

How do I (next of kin) become the Executor of my late brother's estate so I can protect his home, etc - no Will

I am so sorry for your loss and your difficult circumstances. Your first step will have to seek to be appointed as the Personal Representative of...

I have checks totaling $4500.00 made out to my mother who passed away in February.

I am sorry for your loss. Try depositing the checks into the joint account - it is worth trying a couple of times at a couple of different...

Do you pay an inherited tax over a million dollar worth

Generally speaking, the estate of a Massachusetts resident with assets in excess of $1 million will pay an estate tax to the Commonwealth of...