by Adam H. Thayer, EsqSayer Regan & Thayer, LLPLicensed in RI, MA, CT, NH, ME, VT & FL Estate planning often involves re-titling or transferring real property—whether to a trust, a newly formed LLC, a corporation, or other entities. However, the process can be...
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What Travelers Need to Know About U.S. Border Entry in 2025
by Christopher J. McNally, Esq As an immigration attorney, it's crucial to stay informed about the latest developments affecting travelers entering the United States. Accordingly, we at Sayer Regan and Thayer, LLP have been monitoring the rapidly evolving united...
Legal Strategies for Brownfield Redevelopment in Urban Areas
by Richard N. Sayer, Esq As urban areas across southern New England face increasing pressure for development, brownfield sites present both significant challenges and opportunities. Strategic legal approaches can help transform contaminated properties into valuable...
Historical Property Rezoning in Southern New England
by Mark M. Thayer, Esq Adapting historical properties to meet modern needs requires balancing the intersection of preservation and progress. This compromise creates unique challenges that demand creative legal solutions and careful navigation of multiple...
New Cybersecurity Regulations Reshape Business Landscape for New England Companies
As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve and intensify, businesses in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut face unprecedented challenges in adapting to new regulatory requirements. Recent changes in state and federal cybersecurity regulations are...
Legal Considerations for Offshore Wind Farm Development in Rhode Island Waters
Rhode Island stands at the forefront of offshore wind development in the U.S., pioneering the nation's first operational offshore wind farm with Block Island Wind Farm in 2016. As the Ocean State continues to expand its renewable energy portfolio, developers and...
Massachusetts Proposes Nonresident Capital Gains Withholding: What Sellers and Realtors Need to Know
by Adam H. Thayer, Esq If you’re a real estate professional or a homeowner looking to sell property in Massachusetts, a major tax change is on the horizon. Massachusetts is considering implementing a nonresident capital gains tax withholding, similar to the system...
Be Careful Relying on Life Insurance to Provide for Loved Ones
In an estate plan, life insurance can be used as a source of immediate liquidity for beneficiaries by offering a tax-free, lump-sum payment upon the insured’s death. About half of Americans have a life insurance policy. The primary reason people purchase life...
Navigating Cross-Border Real Estate Investments in Southern New England
Real estate investments across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut present unique opportunities and challenges for investors seeking to diversify their portfolios in the region’s dynamic market. Understanding the intricacies of cross-border real estate...