Have you ever wondered about the darker past of your home? If so, it’s probably because your realtor didn’t tell you about it. According to Massachusetts State law (G.L. chapter 93, s.114), realtors are not required to tell buyers if homes are “stigmatized” — a...
Many people work for a family member in Massachusetts, whether it’s a child helping out at their parent’s shop or spouses running a business together. When someone is employed by a family member, the tax implications depend on the relationship and the type of...
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced it reached an agreement with the Dallas Housing Authority (DHA) this September, requiring the DHA to pay $500,000 for an alleged housing discrimination violation from 2019. The U.S. Department of...
Co-parenting apps for Massachusetts parents can simplify scheduling, keep everyone on track. The right app might even make co-parent communication, schedules, activities and contacts easier and more effective which is great for kids, moms, dads and even step-parents...
"Narcissism" has become a major buzzword to describe people who care too much about themselves, but there's a lot more to it than that. Narcissistic behavior can be almost hidden in some cases, and much more obvious in others. There are multiple subtypes of narcissism...
Chances are, you have lots of feelings about the end of your Massachusetts marriage -- including what it will do to your finances. Of course, that's just the beginning, as the financial implications of your divorce can easily live on for years to come -- maybe even...
Massachusetts married women may want to make sure they consider the possibility of unplanned singlehood when it comes to retirement preparations. Among women retirees, 51% of those who are divorced or widowed stepped away from the workforce earlier than planned,...
Summer is slipping away and another school year is starting. As kids head back to the classroom, parents are ticking items off the school supply list. If they want to boost their back-to-school budgets, parents and guardians should make sure they aren’t missing out on...
The question of when student loan payments will resume, along with “if” those payments will resume for all borrowers, is still on the minds of lawmakers, lenders, and borrowers. Although Joe Biden has repeatedly extended the loan pause, that may end on Aug. 31, 2022...
One often-overlooked aspect of retirement planning is the effect of taxes. Without proper planning, taxes can take a significant bite out of your nest egg. A $1 million dollar portfolio in a 401(k) plan or traditional IRA, for example, might be worth $800,000 or less...