A Massachusetts divorce is a common occurrence in today’s society, with significant implications for the families involved, especially teenagers. Understanding the psychological impact of divorce on teens is crucial as they navigate this challenging period of their...
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How To Find The Right Extracurricular Activity For Your Massachusetts Child
Extracurricular activities are an important part of a Massachusetts child’s development. They provide opportunities for your child to explore their interests, develop skills, make friends and have fun outside of school. However, choosing the right activities can be...
What Research Says About Stay At-Home Massachusetts Parents
Ask people what they think about Massachusetts stay-at-home moms and stay-at-home parents in general, and you'll likely get a variety of answers. Some might say they've got it easy, or that life at home with the kids would be boring. Some might think they're lazy or...
Co-Parenting With a Massachusetts Narcissist
Co-parenting with a Massachusetts narcissist presents unique and challenging obstacles that can test even the most seasoned of parents. Individuals with narcissistic personalities often exhibit traits such as an excessive need for admiration, a lack of empathy, and a...
IRS Tax Tip: Educator Expense Deduction Can Offset Out of Pocket Classroom Costs
The Educator Expense Deduction lets eligible teachers and administrators deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies and training from their taxes. They can claim this deduction only for expenses that weren't reimbursed by their employer, a grant or other sources....
Massachusetts Parents Prioritize Saving For College
Source: Fidelity Investments *This hypothetical example illustrates the potential value of different regular monthly investments for different periods of time and assumes an average annual return of 4.5% rounded to the nearest $50. Contributions to a 529 plan account...
What You Need To Know About Splitting Assets In A Massachusetts Divorce
A Massachusetts divorce can be painful and messy. The worst part is often dividing everything you've worked so hard to build together. To help ensure that you come to an agreement that is fair and equitable to both of you, it's important to know what you have now and...
Disabled Massachusetts Employees Work Remotely As a Reasonable Accommodation
Among the greatest beneficiaries from the rise of remote work are people with disabilities, who’ve entered the Massachusetts workforce at record levels over the past three years. Larger Employment Gains for the Disabled Percentage-point change in share of population...
Are You A Massachusetts “Tiger Parent”?
Tiger parenting is a term often used to describe an extremely strict and demanding approach to parenting, typically associated with Asian cultures. It emphasizes high expectations for academic achievement and success, often at the expense of other aspects of a child’s...
Massachusetts Parents Are Picking Gender-Neutral Names For Their Children
More than ever before, Massachusetts parents are choosing to give their newborn babies gender-neutral names. Those are the findings in a new study by Names.org, a site that tracks trends in baby names. In their 2023 analysis, the site’s report showed that just under...