Wills and Trusts: Understanding Your Estate Planning Options in Michigan

Understanding the differences between a will and trust in Michigan is crucial to proper estate planning?  Here is a quick and simple reference guide: What a Revocable Living Trust Can Do in Michigan – That a Will Cannot What a Will Can Do in Michigan – That a Revocable Living Trust Cannot                 What Both a Will & Trust Can Do in Michigan, together:…

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Navigating Life’s Journey: When Should You Consider Estate Planning?

Estate planning in Michigan, often tucked away in our minds as a task for our “older, wiser” years, isn’t merely about planning for retirement or an unforeseen event. It’s about securing peace of mind, ensuring your hard-earned assets are distributed according to your wishes, and creating a legacy that supports your loved ones. Whether you’re…

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Three Reasons To Avoid Probate in Michigan

Estate planning is a vital consideration for Michigan residents. When you pass, your assets may enter probate, a legal procedure that helps in asset distribution. Although having a will is a good basic form of planning, a will does not avoid probate. Instead, a will simply lets you inform the probate court of your wishes—your loved ones…

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