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The advantages of using a trust in your estate plan can be substantial, depending on your circumstances and needs. In some cases, however, a trust is perhaps not the best strategy to use in your estate plan. Every situation is different, so you shoul… Read More

As you face the reality that either you, your spouse, or both of you might need long-term care, finances are likely to be one of your major concerns. Skilled nursing facilities are extremely expensive, and even assisted living facilities are far out… Read More

When you execute a power of attorney, you are giving another person, or your agent, the legal right to handle your financial affairs and business. In a springing power of attorney, however, your agent has no authority to act on your behalf until you… Read More

If a loved one becomes unable to care for himself or herself or make necessary decisions, a guardianship is a legal option that you will want to explore. In a Michigan guardianship proceeding, a probate judge appoints an individual to make decisions… Read More

When an unexpected and life-threatening medical event occurs, your loved ones typically will take all steps necessary to get you the medical treatment that you need. As you approach the end of your life, however, whether it is through advanced age, i… Read More

Over the course of a person’s life, he or she may have a change of heart about the contents of his or her will, which may lead him or her to execute a new will. These changes might arise for a variety of reasons, such as a significant increase or d… Read More

An executor is a person appointed by the probate court to administer your estate following your death. In most cases, you will have designated a person or persons to be the executor of your estate in your will. You also might have designated a succes… Read More

A trust is a legal means of managing money and assets either for your own benefit or for the benefit of another. As the grantor or settlor of the trust, you transfer legal ownership of your property to the trust. The trustee, which can be a designate… Read More