By: Brandon C. Walecka, Esq. Walecka Law, P.C. 774-203-9003 Brandon@WaleckaLaw.com In recent months we have had a number of calls coming to our office with the following problem: The caller is attempting to sell a home owned by a family member; a buyer has been found, but then shortly before the closing the sale hits …
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Real Estate Sale After Death
By: Brandon C. Walecka, Esq. Walecka Law, P.C. 774-203-9003 Brandon@WaleckaLaw.com In recent months we have had a number of calls coming to our office with the following problem. The caller explains that they are attempting to sell a home owned by a family member. A buyer has been found, but then shortly before the closing …
When a Loved One Dies: A Checklist of Important Steps
By: Brandon C. Walecka, Esq. Walecka Law, P.C. 774-203-9003 Brandon@WaleckaLaw.com After a loved one passes away, there are numerous legal and financial matters to address. Here is a comprehensive checklist to help guide you through the process: Obtain Certified Copies of the Death Certificate The funeral home will provide certified copies of the death certificate. …
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The New Massachusetts Homestead Exemption Law Change: What Homeowners Need to Know
By: Brandon C. Walecka, Esq. Walecka Law, P.C. 774-203-9003 Brandon@WaleckaLaw.com In a significant development for Massachusetts homeowners, the Affordable Homes Act recently passed on August 6, 2024 has enhanced protections for primary residences. The Homestead Exemption is a crucial legal provision that shields the equity in a person’s home from creditors in the event of …
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