“I’ll Never Go To A Nursing Home”
We are a nation in denial. Most Americans significantly underestimate their chances of needing long term care and few are making any...
Parents - No Estate Planning Secrets!
Over 20 years of estate planning experience has taught me a lot about what parents should and should not share with their children. Too...
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...
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...
Avoiding Disputes Amongst Children
The Bible explains that the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil (see 1 Timothy 6:10). Unfortunately, this love of money can...
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...
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...
'Tis The Season For Special Challenges
It may be hard to believe, but once again the Christmas season is upon us. Along with the joy of celebrating the birth of Christ come...
Consumer's Guide to Medicaid Planning
As the founder of the Elder and Estate Planning Law Firm, I specialize in helping Michigan families protect their estates. Whether you...
MI Choice Waiver Program
The MI Choice Waiver Program is a Medicaid program that provides home and community-based long term care services to individuals who are...
