June 23, 2009
WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME TO BEGIN PLANNING?
As everyones financial and medical backgrounds are different, so is the “right” time to begin planning. The more time you have to plan before long term care is needed, the more options you may have and less stress you and your family will endure. Anytime you have a [...]
Christopher Sharry
Medicaid Planning
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May 27, 2009
Senior Resource Center of Worcester County is now offering a free resource guide to Seniors in the Worcester County area. Senior Resource Center of Worcester County (SRCWC) is a full-service elder advisory group assisting Seniors and their families in the areas of financial guidance, asset protection and care coordination. SRCWC offers solutions in identifying and [...]
January 10, 2009
The process of planning your estate can be a daunting one. Often, you are asked to think about, discuss, and plan for an event that is unpleasant. For most of us, the plan we develop will not be needed for years. On top of that, you are then asked to gather numerous documents and verify details about your [...]
Christopher Sharry
Estate Planning
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January 6, 2009
When discussing estate planning, I often hear the remark “I don’t need a Will”. Many think that they don’t have a large enough estate, or that everything will automatically pass to their spouse. That is not always the case.
If you die without a Will, Massachusetts law will control how your property will be distributed. After payment of debts, [...]
Christopher Sharry
Wills
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December 22, 2008
The birth of a child will bring many changes to your family’s lifestyle and added responsibilities. In a perfect world, parents will guide their children as they grow older and have children of their own. As this world is not a perfect one, parents must plan for the unforeseen and choose a person to care for [...]