Estate Management

1. “Clear the Decks” to Downsize

   When it comes time to downsize, to “clear the deck” a little, you have many options. From holding your own yard or garage sale to staging a professional auction, there are many ways to downsize and lighten the … Continue

2. Winter Preparation in Maine

   Winter preparation might make you cringe when summer in Maine is far from over! However, if you have lived in the northeast for any length of time, you probably know the importance of winter preparation. Ensuring that … Continue

3. Maine Real Estate: Maine reverse mortgage

   If you’re thinking about getting a Maine reverse mortgage, read this article by Linda Wyman, financing specialist. Purchasing a primary residence, an investment property or a second home may be a great way to diversify ones assets. If you’re … Continue

4. Fiscal Cliff: Retirees Near the Edge

   This opinion piece talks about the fiscal cliff faced by some folks nearing retiremen. Written by the Morning Sentinel in Waterville and worth sharing! OUR OPINION: Near-retirees heading for their own fiscal cliff It’s no question that we … Continue

5. Downsizing: 5 tips for easier downsizing

   Downsizing is a scary thought. When you’ve lived a long, full life, chances are you have the “stuff” to prove it. Packed away in the attic, strewn about the cellar and garage, scattered throughout your entire home. … Continue

6. Downsizing your Mother’s Home: 5 tips for downsizing

   Downsizing is a scary thought. When you’ve lived a long, full life, chances are you have the “stuff” to prove it. Packed away in the attic, strewn about the cellar and garage, scattered throughout your entire home. … Continue

7. A Simple Will: is there such thing as a simple will?

   Is there such thing as a simple will? Kate Lanman, Esq. recently ran across this issue in doing some estate planning for an elderly woman with three grown children. The client’s estate was small: a few asset management accounts, no house, … Continue