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July 26, 2022
The Trouble with Joint Tenancy
Although Joint Tenancy offers some short-term conveniences, in the long run it poses a host of problems that can cost you and your loved ones the […]
July 12, 2022
Make Sure Your Revocable Living Trust Is Properly Funded
You’ve taken the time to plan for the financial well-being of your loved ones and yourself. You’ve created a customized estate plan to address your goals […]
June 28, 2022
If Your Children Have Turned 18, They Need Their Own Legal Documents
When your children turn 18 they are legal adults. They might not act like adults all the time, and you may still be supporting them financially, […]
June 13, 2022
When Should a Lady Bird Deed Be Used?
In Michigan, a Lady Bird Deed has many estate planning benefits. By using a Lady Bird Deed the owner of a property may deed the property […]
May 26, 2022
Finding the Right Nursing Home: Don’t Rely Entirely on the Five-Star Quality Rating System
The Five-Star Quality Rating System was created in 2008 by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It has become a popular tool for families […]
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 […]
April 26, 2022
Discuss And Educate Your Heirs About Your Estate Plan
Who will carry on the values most important to you? Who will support your family if something happens to you sooner than you expected? Who will […]
April 21, 2022
What You Need To Know About Possible Health Care Costs In Retirement
When thinking ahead about your retirement, most people start with a strategy designed to help replace a portion of their working life income. Unfortunately, this leaves […]
March 23, 2022
Uncertainty Is a Big Problem for Estate Planning
If you pass away with no plan in place, your loved ones will face a lot of confusion and possible uncertainty. Knowing how to deal with […]
March 3, 2022
More People Report Feeling Concern Over Planning for The Future
Do you have a plan for your future? How will you pay for retirement? What will your retirement look like? And do you have funds or […]
February 25, 2022
Study Highlights 5 Biggest Financial Concerns of Americans Post Pandemic
A recent research study dove into what is most important and at the top of the priority list for Americans following two years of the pandemic. […]
February 14, 2022
What You Should Know About Michigan Intestate Succession
If you pass away without a will, Michigan’s laws determine who receives your property based on established guidelines for intestate succession. Remember that many valuable assets […]