April 25, 2023

Estate Planning for Couples Marrying Later in Life

Here are some factors to consider when marrying, or remarrying, later in life. Should You Have a Prenuptial Agreement? In most situations, the answer is yes, […]
February 9, 2023

Family Feuds—When Heirs Fight Over Assets With Sentimental Value

When we think about heirs fighting over assets, it is the big ticket items that typically come to mind, such as the family home, investments, bank […]
May 11, 2022

What is a Pour-Over Will and How is It Used?

A pour-over will is a type of last will and testament typically used in trust-based estate planning. Unlike a traditional will, which directs how your property […]
September 20, 2021

What Happens If I Don’t Appoint a Personal Representative in My Michigan Will?

A personal representative is still required to handle the administration of probate in your case and Michigan law spells out the priority for who can be […]
July 2, 2021

What’s Required to Challenge a Will in Michigan?

If you’re thinking ahead about your estate planning and are concerned about the possibility of someone challenging your will and slowing down the administration of your […]
April 21, 2021

Who Really Needs a Will in Michigan?

If you’re young, single, and don’t have a large number of assets, you might think that it’s fine to skip having a last will and testament. […]
April 6, 2021

What You Need to Know About Making Changes to a Will in Michigan?

There are many different life circumstances that might prompt you to update an existing will. Making changes to your will is relatively simple so long as […]
October 14, 2020

Do I Really Need to Create Last Instructions with My Will?

Everyone is aware of the potential repercussions of not having clear instructions for your personal information and your records if you were to pass away. But […]
June 16, 2020

These Are the Situations That Should Absolutely Prompt You to Update Your Will

You’ve created your will, stored it in a fireproof box, and made sure that your estate planning attorney and other relevant stakeholders had access to it. […]