July 24, 2023
Resources for Seniors and Caregivers
There are different types of care services available for elders and their caregivers, both in-person and online. Below, we will explore educational, financial, recreational, and supportive service options that can help develop a community for the senior in your life and for yourself in the caregiver role.Educational
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Choosing the Right Housing Situation for Your Elderly Loved One
May 31, 2023
Choosing the Right Housing Situation for Your Elderly Loved One
In a world where we are living longer, elder housing choices have become more plentiful and commonplace; but the terms used to describe these options have also created confusion. What is the difference between a home for the aged and an independent…
Aging Unbound: A Multi-Part Caregiver Resource Guide
May 18, 2023
Aging Unbound: A Multi-Part Caregiver Resource Guide
With advancing technology and ever-evolving science, it is no secret that we are living longer. As our elderly loved ones continue to get older, we want to be sure we are helping them through the aging process as smoothly and as painlessly as possible –…
Using Estate Planning to Secure Your Business' Legacy
Parents: The Three Essential Legal Documents Your Child Should Have Before Leaving For College
July 18, 2022
Parents: The Three Essential Legal Documents Your Child Should Have Before Leaving For College
In Michigan, the age of majority is 18 years. This means that when a person turns age 18, they are no longer a minor and are considered to be a legal adult. Consequently when your child turns 18,…
Executing Estate Planning Documents Outside of Attorney's Office
June 15, 2022
Executing Estate Planning Documents Outside of Attorney’s Office
Occasionally clients will request, for one reason or another, that I mail them the originals of the estate planning documents I prepared for them so that they can have them executed outside of my office at a bank or some other financial institution. I prefer…
When It Comes To Estate Planning, Coordination Is Key
May 27, 2022
When It Comes To Estate Planning, Coordination Is Key
The primary reason most people engage in estate planning is to name who they want to receive their assets when they pass away. Beneficiaries can be named in a will, a trust or pursuant to a beneficiary designation. When naming beneficiaries, it is…
Importance of Durable Powers of Attorney
May 6, 2022
Importance of Durable Powers of Attorney
When people decide to engage in estate planning, typically they focus on naming the beneficiaries of their estate and making sure their estate avoids probate when they pass away. In most cases, these concerns are addressed by the preparation of a will, a living trust and…
Should Your Family Business Keep a Corporate Minute Book?
March 31, 2022
Should Your Family Business Keep a Corporate Minute Book?
Many corporate clients ask why they should spend the time and money to maintain a corporate minute book. This is especially common in small or family-run operations. Other corporate clients don’t even bother asking the question, they simply don’t do it.When (and if)…
Survivor's Checklist: What to do When a Loved One Passes Away
March 2, 2022
Survivor’s Checklist: What to do When a Loved One Passes Away
When someone dies there are many important things that need to be addressed by the survivor or survivors, and some of those things that need to be addressed are time sensitive. This can be an overwhelming process for the survivor(s). In an…