Author: Alward Fisher
When a person dies in Michigan, there are many issues to be resolved. If estate planning was done, the process may be relatively straightforward. But what if a plan is not in place or if the appointed executor of the estate … Continue reading
When a person in Michigan prepares an estate plan, his or her will may indicate that certain bequests be made. These bequests may be made to family members, friends, charitable organizations or other recipients as indicated in the document. However, … Continue reading
As you’ve probably discovered, divorces are hard enough when only two people are involved. Once you consider older children in your divorce, everything becomes more complicated. It’s not just visitation that becomes a complication, it’s property division and dividing your … Continue reading
Ask people on the street in Michigan if they have an estate plan in place and the likely response will be that they have wills and so are all set. But is that true? Are wills the best answer? What about a … Continue reading
As people become aware of the need to have an estate plan, they are putting them in place. But what about people who have had an estate plan in place for many years in Michigan? Some think that with the … Continue reading
Estate plans in Michigan are becoming more common as people better understand the need for them. However, just having one in place doesn’t mean a person can assume that he or she is covered for all eventualities. There are maintenance … Continue reading
Everyone in Michigan should have an estate plan. People may think that they don’t have enough to constitute an estate. Estate planning can ensure that whatever a person leaves behind will be handled according to his or her wishes and … Continue reading
When a couple is considering going through a divorce in Michigan, it is likely that they will have kids, and this is one of the main reasons why divorces can be so complicated. However, studies show that it is more … Continue reading
Death – it is not something that anyone wishes to contemplate. However, it will eventually happen to everyone. It seems that wills, like death, are issues that people delay dealing with in Michigan. In reality, crafting a will can bring peace … Continue reading
When people think of estate planning they may rule it out for themselves, believing they don’t have enough assets to constitute an estate. Estate planning is not just for the wealthy in Michigan. Everyone can benefit from an estate plan. Estate plans … Continue reading