An introduction to the Assisted Living industry and some thoughts regarding how Massachusetts’ weak regulatory scheme has led to interesting cases and conflicting opinions.

Most people have heard the term “assisted living” and know someone who has lived in an assisted living community. While the term has become commonplace, the assisted living industry is a relatively new one. The first assisted living communities opened in the mid-1980s...

Your First RMD May Be Looming

Okay, you have saved for retirement tax free for years.  However, now it is time to think about the taxes. You have been fortunate over the years to grow your IRA tax free.  However, withdrawals from your traditional IRA is taxable income. You will have to...

Just What Is a Power of Attorney?

Don’t wait until it is too late. Get a POA now. While most people are familiar with a will in an estate plan, a power of attorney draws a lot of misconceptions, according to the article in A Place For Mom “5 Misconceptions About a Power of Attorney.” Misconception...

Children Can Contest Glen Campbell’s Will

The challenge will be to prove that Campbell, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, lacked the capacity to execute the wills. Three of Glen Campbell’s children, who were intentionally left out of his will, have been given the right to contest the will by a...