The word “estate” might bring to mind images of older, high-net-worth individuals with small dogs and grandiose homes. So, estate planning is only for people like that, right? Estate planning is for every adult, regardless of age or net worth. Du… Read More

If you had to recite the basic rules of the road regarding school buses, could you do it? Based on what I occasionally see and what Michigan school bus drivers say they see on a weekly basis, I’d say a few of us could use a refresher. On that n… Read More

For now, Halloween decorations are front and center, but in a few short weeks, we will all start to prepare for the holiday season! As you make your lists (and check them twice!), don’t forget the annual Alternative Christmas Fair at Hope Lutheran… Read More

All parents want to make sure their young children are taken care of if the unthinkable happens. In addition to ensuring that their estate is used to take care of their children, parents will also need to include in their estate plan the nomination o… Read More

CARES of Farmington Hills began because three community leaders couldn’t bear to let the local food pantry close, cutting off food security for those in need. CARES quickly grew into a true “Campus of Hope” providing for Farmington area individ… Read More

How will pending tax law changes impact your estate plan? The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) doubled the lifetime estate and gift tax exemptions at the time, with continued increases after 2018. Currently, in 2024, the exemptions stand at $13.61 m… Read More

At Wright Beamer, we are proud to be part of a community that supports the wellbeing of its members. One organization making a difference is the Farmington & Farmington Hills Foundation for Youth & Families (FFHFYF). By offering grant opportu… Read More

With the election approaching, it is not uncommon for confusion to arise about the rules concerning time off to vote. In Michigan, there is no statutory obligation to provide paid or unpaid leave for employees to cast their ballots on Election Day. N… Read More