Nashua area estate planning clients what to do with the family home …

…when one of their parents is confronted with the possibility of nursing home care. When parents are confronted with the prospect of one spouse entering into a nursing home there are, naturally, a great deal of concerns and questions to answer. There are some options such as home based care, adult day care, and other […]

Property Tax Abatement: What Businesses and Homeowners in Nashua and Windham Need to Know

Tax season can be a daunting time for many people. Understanding the appropriate forms that need to be filed for one’s financial situation and the deadlines one has to follow can be both cumbersome and frustrating. The process can seem even more frustrating for homeowners who wish to file for a tax abatement. A straightforward […]

Life Estates

Nashua, NH area client asks: Does a life estate make sense for my property? When someone creates a life estate (the “grantor”), she devises a certain piece of real estate to someone for his life (the “life tenant”). Once he dies, ownership of the property either reverts back to the grantor, or goes to the […]

Limited Representation Attorneys

This blog is intended for informational use only. The information contained herein should not be construed as offering legal advice or a legal opinion. Anyone who has had a need to talk with or employ a lawyer knows that lawyers are not cheap; and the State of New Hampshire continues to make its courts more […]

Landlord Must Notify Town/City Clerk

All landlords who rent real property for residential purposes must file a statement with the town or city clerk where the property is located providing the name, address, and telephone number of the person within the state who is authorized to accept service of process for any legal proceeding brought against the owner relating to […]

Commercial Leases

A commercial lease is an important part of almost every business – whether an office lease, an industrial lease or a retail lease. While different leases may have specifics that are unique to the industry, all have fundamental provisions that are essential to every commercial lease. Consider how the space is measured. Be sure you […]

Investing in Real Estate? Ask Questions About Each “Deal”

As the economy picks up and interest rates remain low, many people are considering investing in real estate. Often, small groups get together to be “partners” in a real estate investment. Before you get involved, be sure you know what you are getting into. There are many tax considerations. Get the advice of a tax […]

Are You in a Flood Zone?

When you purchased your home or if you are looking for a home with a view, you may not have been concerned about flood insurance, but some important changes to the law have made it important to consider the cost of flood insurance. A 2012 federal Act, the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act, has placed […]

Land Use Change Taxes

Land, which has been classified as open space land and has been assessed at current use values, is subject to a land use change tax when the use of the land changes such that it no longer qualifies for a current use assessment. Over the last few years, there have been many changes in how […]

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