Your estate plan is the one way you have to take care of the people you love after your death. Because of this, you want to ensure you get it right, and we understand that need at the Law Offices of Roche and Roche, PC. We want to help you make sure you include...
Year: 2020
Tips to help the closing on your home go smoothly
Once you find a new Massachusetts home, you may find the deadlines and amount of paperwork necessary to make a successful bid a daunting prospect. Here are some tips that can help you make the closing process go as quickly and smoothly as possible. According to the...
How do I buy and hold rental property?
The buy and hold strategy for real estate investing can pay off in a huge way if you know how to do it properly. The process involves buying property and holding onto it for some time, usually decades, before selling. According to U.S. News and World Report, rental...
What should I know about residential zoning?
Zoning can be a very difficult concept to wrap your head around. This is particularly since the categories and symbols can be very different depending on where you are. Generally speaking, your local government will use letters to delineate the types of zones from...
What happens if I die without a will?
If you think you do not need a Last Will and Testament because you are “too young” or “too poor,” you may want to rethink that idea. Even if you are just beginning your career and have not yet accumulated a lot of wealth, you undoubtedly own at least a few things...
3 businesses that use custom leases and riders
For most home buyers or renters, the residential real estate business is monolithic. As insiders, we know differently. Each property is unique, and each real estate business operates in a slightly different way. If you work in one of the following three capacities,...
What are common myths about home ownership?
As a resident of Massachusetts, you recently made the big decision to buy a home. Buying your first home is often a nerve-wracking experience. It can leave first-time buyers filled with uncertainty and anxiety. The more knowledge you have, the less anxiety you will...
When should you update your estate plan?
Massachusetts residents like you work hard on your estate in life. You spend time and care crafting your estate plan so your executor can handle your matters after your death. But creating an estate plan is not where your estate planning ends. Your life is different...
What should you know about residential lease agreements?
If you own a residential property, you may decide to earn income by renting it out. Entering into a sort of business relationship with your tenant, you may choose to have him or her sign a lease or rental agreement. As a landlord, understanding the terms that...
FAQ about Massachusetts wills
When you begin planning your estate, you will likely start by creating a will. This document establishes your wishes for your possessions and custody of your minor children and takes effect if you die. Review the laws that govern wills and estate planning in...
