Taking Over Mom or Dad's Finances
One of the more challenging situations when an elderly parent is declining is having to take over their finances. Sometimes it may...
An Active Lifestyle Can Ward Off Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's is a devastating disease. Few things are more heart-wrenching than to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's or to watch a loved one
The 9 Questions You Must Ask if a Loved One is Going Into a Nursing Home
As the founder of the Elder and Estate Planning Law Firm, I specialize in helping Michigan families protect their estates. Whether you...
“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...
The Essential Documents For Your Loved Ones
Leaving your family to sort through all of your papers after your death or following an emergency is often very time consuming and...
Will My Trust Protect My Assets?
Protecting assets from nursing home expenses is an issue that I am frequently asked about. Sometimes it may arise after a heart attack,...
