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Deeds and Estate Planning

There is nothing more important than getting the deed to your home drafted correctly and with your long-term estate planning in mind.  Below are some helpful videos regarding deeds and how to avoid pitfalls that can cost you thousands of dollars.

The Most Common Mistakes in Deed Drafting

This video describes common errors in deed drafting pertaining to tenancy. By watching this video married couples can avoid a mistake that can cost them thousands of dollars.

Free Deed Check for All Massachusetts and Connecticut Residents

A mistake in the tenancy (how you hold title with your spouse or others) can have a costly effect on your estate.  Nyles Law is offering a free deed check so that you can confirm how you are holding the title.  There is no cost for this service.

Fixing an Incorrect Tenancy in Massachusetts and Connecticut

A mistake in the tenancy (how you hold title with your spouse or others) can cost thousands of dollars!  Here is how you can fix an incorrect tenancy where two or more people are n the current deed.

Add Your Spouse to your deed in order to avoid probate 

By adding your spouse to your deed as a joint tenant with rights of survivorship you can avoid probate in Massachusetts and Connecticut

What is a Life Estate and Why do I want it?

Following is an overview of the "life estate" interest in a  deed.  This is an excellent tool for estate planning when an elderly person desires to preserve their right to occupy their home while at the same time providing for their children and avoiding probate.

Using an Attorney for Your Estate Plan

While careful deed drafting can be an excellent part of an estate plan, there are additional documents that should be considered.  A basic estate plan takes your current assets into consideration and plans for the unexpected. Consider using an attorney for this important matter!

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