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How to Settle Inherited Property Disputes Among Siblings

When a loved one passes away, it’s not uncommon for emotions to run high, especially when it comes to dividing property. One of the most common sources of conflict during...

How Reverse Mortgages Affect the Probate Process in Michigan

When a Michigan homeowner passes away, the estate often includes real property. If that property is subject to a reverse mortgage, the probate process becomes more complex. Heirs,executors, and even...

What to Expect at a Real Estate Closing

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial transactions most people will make in their lifetime. The process can feel long and complicated, and for good reason....

How Do Business Owners Set Themselves Up to Avoid Probate Upon Death?

When you own a business, your hard work, assets, and relationships represent years of effort. The last thing most entrepreneurs want is for their business to get stuck in probate...

How Can High-Risk Professionals Protect Their Assets?

For professionals like doctors, dentists, and other high-income individuals whose careers place them at elevated risk of being sued, safeguarding personal assets is not just prudent but essential. A single...

The Role of Digital Assets in Estate Planning

When most people think about estate planning, they picture houses, cars, and bank accounts. Traditionally estate planning has focused on transferring tangible property and financial assets to beneficiaries after death....

How Giving Back Can Be a Part of Your Estate Plan

When people think about estate planning, their first thought is usually how to provide for family members. However, many believe part of their legacy also includes giving back to their...

What Happens to Your Right of Publicity When You Die? Estate Planning in Michigan in the Age of Deepfakes

Imagine that there is a deepfake video of you. It looks and sounds just like you; however, you have never presented yourself that way or said those things. Now picture...

Can I Just Handwrite My Will? What Michigan Law Says

You’ve probably heard the story where someone writes their final wishes on a piece of paper or a napkin, signs it, and that’s their will. No lawyer, no notary, no...

East Lansing Homeowners: Don’t Let This Deed Mistake Derail Your Estate Plan

Planning your estate takes time and meticulous planning to ensure that your assets will be distributed to the proper intended beneficiaries. Drafting a will, establishing the family trust, and aligning...

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