Don't Leave Your Family Unprepared
Benjamin Franklin said there were only two things certain in life: death and taxes. Yet in spite of everyone having an expiration date,...
Home Alone
In the 1990 comedy movie Home Alone, Macaulay Culkin plays the role of a young boy mistakenly left behind while his family flies to Paris...
The Importance of a Power of Attorney
In previous bog posts, I have emphasized the importance of having a power of attorney. Without a comprehensive power of attorney, many...
Survival tips for Caregivers
The elderly are increasingly looking to their families to provide care for their needs. Unfortunately, as the growth of the elderly...
Medicaid Planning for Married Couples
As explained in past newsletters, the Medicaid rules often cause a lot of confusion. Hardly a day goes by that someone will assume that...
Long Term Care Options
Many baby boomers are considering whether or not to buy long term care insurance. Unfortunately, most choose not to purchase coverage...
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...
Home Alone
In the 1990 comedy movie Home Alone, Macaulay Culkin plays the role of a young boy mistakenly left behind while his family flies to Paris...
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...
Probate an Estate in Michigan
Probate is the legal process by which the estate of a deceased person is settled. Regardless if someone dies with or without a will,...