Dear Trustee: “This is what I prefer…”
Although often misunderstood, trusts are commonly used to plan an estate. With the estate tax exemption over $13 million, the primary...
Probating An Estate In Michigan
Probate is the legal process by which the estate of a deceased person is settled. The word probate is a Latin term which means to “prove...
Planning With A Terminal Illness
A few years ago, The National Elder Law Foundation newsletter discussed a handout the author provides to clients who have a terminal...
Veteran's Pension 2023
As explained in previous newsletters, one of the best kept secrets of the Department of Veterans Affairs is the veteran’s pension for a...
Who Should You Trust???
One of the most important estate planning decisions you will make is deciding who will be responsible for your care if you become...
Protecting Your On-Line Accounts
It wasn't that long ago that the on-line world was something used primarily by the younger generation. Now it touches nearly every aspect...
Estate Planning for Personal Possessions
I am frequently asked about how to handle all the personal possessions a loved one has accumulated over the years. It is not uncommon to...
Medicaid Figures for 2023
Every January, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) releases updated figures for Medicaid qualification....
How Will You Afford A Long Life?
Living into your eighties is no longer uncommon. With the doubling of life expectancy since the Industrial Revolution, we have achieved...
Creative Ways To Celebrate This Holiday Season
The holiday season is quickly approaching. Trying to find ways to celebrate with family and friends can be a challenge. Aarp.org has a...
