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...
When It Might Not Be Alzheimer's
Alzheimer’s disease affects more than five million older Americans and is the most common form of age-related dementia. Yet despite...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Who Should You Trust???
One of the most important estate planning decisions you will make is deciding who will be responsible for your care if you become...
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...
Durable Powers of Attorney - What You Need to Know
A durable power of attorney - where an agent is appointed to handle the financial affairs for a principal - has been used for decades....
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...
