Estate Planning - Avoiding Disputes Amongst Children
The Bible makes it clear that the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil (see 1 Timothy 6:10). Unfortunately, the love of money can...
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...
Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer's or Dementia
When a loved one is diagnosed with a debilitating disease such as Alzheimer’s or dementia, it is important to contact an elder law...
Medicaid Planning: How to Protect Your Assets
As the founder of the Elder and Estate Planning Law Firm, I specialize in helping Michigan families protect their estates. Whether you...
The Elder Care Journey: How to Protect Your Assets Each Step of the Way
STAGE 1: THE HEALTHY SENIOR At this stage you are likely using Medicare or private health insurance to pay for the treatment of any...
Dear Trustee: “This is what I prefer…”
Although often misunderstood, trusts are commonly used to plan an estate. With the estate tax exemption nearly $12 million, the primary...
Planning With A Terminal Illness
A recent article in the National Elder Law Foundation newsletter discussed a handout the author provides to clients who have a terminal...
Veteran's Pension 2021
As we have discussed in previous newsletters, one of the best kept secrets of the Department of Veterans Affairs is the veteran’s pension...
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...
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...
