Over 20 years of estate planning experience has taught me a lot about what parents should and should not share with their children. Too...

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...

As explained in previous newsletters, one of the best kept secrets of the Department of Veterans Affairs is the veteran’s pension for a...

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...

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...

Living into your eighties is no longer uncommon. With the doubling of life expectancy since the Industrial Revolution, we have achieved...

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...

Last week I shared part one of my Consumer's Guide to Medicaid Planning. This week I would like to focus on part two of the guide which...

As the founder of the Elder and Estate Planning Law Firm, I specialize in helping Michigan families protect their estates. Whether you...

One of the most important estate planning decisions you will make is deciding who will be responsible for your care if you become...