One of the critical aspects of your estate plan is having a financial power of attorney set up. This is the individual who will pay your bills and handle other financial matters if you’re unable to do so yourself. There are many factors that you should consider when...
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Tips to prevent family squabbles over your estate
Despite all your diligent efforts to make things easier on your family after your death, conflicts and disputes may still arise. In some cases, your loved ones can work out these issues together and avoid a legal battle. Other times, what began as a minor argument...
Is a DIY will sufficient?
Many Michiganders love to take on do-it-yourself projects. There is just something satisfying about seeing one’s vision come to life. Not everything should be turned into a DIY project, though. For instance, when creating a will, it may be tempting to download a...
Being thorough with estate planning goals could prove vital
While the concept of planning for the unknown may seem somewhat intimidating, it could also be essential to protecting your future interests. The estate planning process can help you identify and plan for a variety of scenarios in life and having a strategy in place...
Include digital assets in your Michigan estate plan
“I’m not sure where your father kept it. On his computer somewhere, but I’m not sure how to get in.” Your father died recently, leaving your mother struggling to access the finances which your dad looked after. It is a common problem. Keeping track of all your online...
Include digital assets in your Michigan estate plan
“I’m not sure where your father kept it. On his computer somewhere, but I’m not sure how to get in.” Your father died recently, leaving your mother struggling to access the finances which your dad looked after. It is a common problem. Keeping track of all your online...
What are some common signs of undue influence on an estate plan?
You'd like to assume that the person who cared for your loved one in their old age or throughout an illness does so out of love and compassion -- not greed. Unfortunately, some people will use their position as caregiver as a means to manipulate someone's estate plan...
What are some common signs of undue influence on an estate plan?
You'd like to assume that the person who cared for your loved one in their old age or throughout an illness does so out of love and compassion -- not greed. Unfortunately, some people will use their position as caregiver as a means to manipulate someone's estate plan...
Review your estate plan after having a child
Bringing a child into your family will change your life in many ways. From your finances to your sleep schedule, you’ll soon find that things will never be the same. However, there’s one giant detail hanging over your head: Your estate plan. When you add a child to...
Review your estate plan after having a child
Bringing a child into your family will change your life in many ways. From your finances to your sleep schedule, you’ll soon find that things will never be the same. However, there’s one giant detail hanging over your head: Your estate plan. When you add a child to...