Person at table calculates how pending tax law changes impact on estate plan

Before the Sun Sets

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
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Community Helpers

Community Helpers

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
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Time Off to Vote

Time Off to Vote

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
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Keep It Fresh

Keep It Fresh

As we age, maintaining a healthy diet becomes even more important, and Senior Project Fresh is all about helping our older neighbors live healthier lives. The statewide initiative is designed to support seniors by making nutritious food more accessib… Read More
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Help Wanted... But Not Yo…

Help Wanted... But Not You

This month, an Indiana-based staffing agency settled a charge of national origin, race, sex, and disability discrimination filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”). The EEOC alleged that the company had engaged in unlawf… Read More
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Opening Night

Opening Night

The Farmington Players are back and ready to entertain audiences at the beloved Barn Theater! This year’s lineup promises an unforgettable mix of comedy, drama, and music. The season opens this weekend with “The Best Laid Plans,” a witty comedy… Read More
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The Family Meeting

The Family Meeting

No one wants their loved ones to argue after they are gone. Meeting with your family now to discuss your estate plan and the reasons behind it can help prevent conflicts and tension in the future. As you go through the estate planning process and fin… Read More
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Harvest Moon

Harvest Moon

As summer begins to fade into fall, there’s no better way to welcome the new season than the annual Harvest Moon Celebration in Downtown Farmington. This local favorite event, taking place September 19–21 at the Sundquist Pavilion in Riley Park,… Read More
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Tick-Tock

Tick-Tock

We have posted previously about the reporting requirements of The Corporate Transparency Act (read more here), which was signed into law on January 1, 2021. Commencing January 1, 2024, existing and new corporate and related entities, if not exempt, m… Read More
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Call to Action

Call to Action

What is the FCC’S “One to One Consent” Rule? Do you remember when the “Do Not Call” registry went into effect? For a time, placing one’s name on the registry noticeably limited unwanted telephone solicitations. Over time, however, the reg… Read More
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