Category: Estate Planning
When many Americans consider their assets, they consider “stuff” like cars, art and money in accounts. Many people across Michigan neglect estate planning when they feel their assets are too limited to require a will. However, these people often forget … Continue reading
Estate planning is a term that keeps appearing in Michigan. If a person has a will is that a sufficient estate plan? A will helps to determine who will inherit one’s belongings after one’s death. It does not make any … Continue reading
Estate plans are becoming a little more sophisticated in Michigan as more people become familiar with the multitude of options and tools that are available. For example, having a trust is a way to avoid the lengthy process of probate. … Continue reading
Parenting a special needs child is challenging. While there are many more opportunities for special needs individuals to live independently as adults in Michigan, many in the special needs community may never achieve complete financial independence. This can be a … Continue reading
Having an estate plan has become more prevalent as more people have become aware of the need to ensure that their wishes will be carried out after their death. In Michigan and elsewhere, such planning can lead to peace of … Continue reading
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
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 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