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Common Misconceptions About Estate Planning

Even though most people understand the concept of estate planning, there are many misconceptions as to what creating an estate plan entails. To make things worse, there is also plenty of misinformation floating around the internet.

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Common Estate Disputes

We’ve probably all seen those TV dramas where some austere-looking individual sitting in an oak-paneled room behind an impressive desk reads out someone’s last will and testament to a seated audience of heirs and hopeful beneficiaries.

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Who Has to Move Out of the Family Home in a Divorce?

Many married couples own a family home together. Under the law, the house usually belongs to both spouses if it was acquired during the course of the marriage. Because both spouses are joint owners of the home, the question, “Who has to move out of the family home in a divorce?” will arise sooner or later.

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The Importance of Having a Trust

When you reach a certain age, you might begin to think about whether or not you need an estate plan. Whether it’s to ensure the passage of property to beneficiaries or to protect assets from estate taxes, hiring an estate planning attorney is a wise step when planning for the future.

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How to Prepare for Divorce

22,781 divorces happened in Michigan in 2021. While this number may speak to the commonality of divorce, it doesn't dismiss how isolating the process can feel. If you are contemplating divorce or you have recently been served papers, it’s completely natural to feel overwhelmed at the prospect of a long and difficult process.

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Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce: Which One is Right for Me?

Divorce can be one of the most difficult experiences any family can go through. Michigan is not an exception. In 2021, the state saw 2.3 divorces per 1,000 residents. While not a unique issue, to have, every divorce in and of itself is unique, because every individual and family is unique.

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Why Estate Planning Is Important

Drafting a comprehensive estate plan allows you to make adequate plans in advance and leave instructions about how your property and assets should be managed upon your death or sudden incapacitation. Whether you have a small or large estate, you can preserve your assets, make suitable provisions for your loved ones, and prepare for future uncertainties with your estate plan.

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Your Right to Retirement Assets

Michigan’s divorce standards aim at an equitable distribution of marital assets. This means that the results might not be 50/50 as in a community property state, but can be somewhat tilted to allow each partner to have a fair financial chance at starting over.

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Important Estate Planning Terms to Know

Having a comprehensive estate plan allows you to put your estate, assets, financial, and end-of-life plan in order and achieve peace of mind.

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Finding Hidden Income and Assets

The painful process of divorce brings up many questions that you probably never imagined you’d have to consider. The life you and your ex-spouse had together is behind you, and now you must focus on your future and your finances after the divorce.

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