D-I-Why?!

D-I-Why?!

The dangers of do-it-yourself estate planning. After searching for many months, my wife and I found a house and are thrilled to close on our purchase in a few days. Its ideal location and size for our growing family comes with one significant catch:… Read More
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Woman in yellow sweater holding a cup of tea and writing in a notebook while planning her estate

National Make a Will Month

What happens if you don’t have a will? Did you know that, according to a recent survey, roughly 76% of Americans do not have a will? Unless you have had a loved one pass away without a will, you may not be familiar with the legal process required i… Read More
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Legal Adults & Legal Docu…

Legal Adults & Legal Documents

When Sarah left for college, her parents felt confident they were just a phone call away if anything went wrong. But when she ended up in the ER with a high fever, they got a shock: the hospital wouldn’t share any information or even confirm she wa… Read More
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The Legal Side of Love

The Legal Side of Love

Getting married is one of life’s great milestones. It’s a time filled with excitement, meticulous planning, and unbridled optimism about the future. While your love for each other is what led to the decision to get married, taking some legal step… Read More
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Love and Planning

Love and Planning

When thinking about Valentine’s Day, most couples put a lot of thought into romantic gestures like flowers, heart shaped boxes of chocolate, and candlelit dinners. One thing you might not have thought of is discussing your estate plan. In fact, cre… Read More
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In the Family

In the Family

Have you ever wondered what happens when a family inherits property without a clear plan? Often, it leads to complications, especially when multiple family members become co-owners. To address these challenges, Governor Whitmer recently signed the Un… Read More
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Who Wants to Be the Trust…

Who Wants to Be the Trustee?

As the new year begins, many of us are reflecting on our goals and priorities. For some, this includes getting finances and personal affairs in order, making estate planning one of the most impactful New Year’s resolutions. Setting up a trust can h… Read More
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Woman at desk making notes about changes to her estate plan

Time and Tide...

Year end is a time when we take stock in so many ways. We take a final look at our charitable giving and begin to prepare for tax season. We plan, shop, decorate, and otherwise get ready for the holidays. We have the furnace inspected and hire a snow… Read More
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Make a Plan

Make a Plan

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
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Planning for Your Kids

Planning for Your Kids

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
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