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Monthly Archives: March 2009

Once I execute my Trust do I need to fund my Living Trust?

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

In order for the revocable trust to eliminate probate, it is imperative that all family assets be transferred into the trust prior to death. Unfortunately, a large number of people go to the expense of forming a revocable trust but never actually fund the trust during their lifetime.
Funding the trust simply requires transferring legal title [...]

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How can a Living Trust protect me?

Friday, March 20, 2009

Living Trusts are one of the most common estate planning tools in use today. This legal arrangement, usually drafted by an estate attorney, creates a separate entity called a Living Trust. A Living Trust is called that simply because it is created while you’re alive (as opposed to a “testamentary” trust created after death).
Basically an [...]

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Q: Is the Masshealth/Medicaid application available online?

Monday, March 16, 2009

YES. The Massachusetts Office of Health and Human Services has downloadable copies of the application on their site.
Please be advised, there are several applications and booklets.  Therefore, it is very important to choose the correct application/information for your specific situation.
The MassHealth eligibility regulations can be found by clicking here.
If you have questions about the [...]

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