If you want your children to inherit your home without going through probate, Maine law allows you to arrange the transfer ahead of time with a transfer-on-death deed. Here’s what to know. How does a transfer-on-death deed work? A transfer-on-death deed lets you name...
Estate Planning
3 reasons to help your aging parents start an estate plan
Talking with your parents about estate planning is rarely simple. Still, many families find that these discussions bring relief once they begin. A plan is not just about passing down property; it also provides structure, eases decision-making and helps ensure your...
3 estate planning necessities for those approaching retirement
Individuals can (hopefully) spend retirement or their golden years pursuing passion projects and connecting with the people that matter the most to them instead of devoting their lives to their careers. Retirement is, therefore, a time when people may start to slow...
I don’t own much. Do I really need a will?
The primary objective of many wills or estate plans is to arrange for the proper descent of someone's assets. A will determines who inherits someone's house and keeps their car. Those who don't have much property in their own name or who have just started out in their...
