Estates & Trusts

The Talk That Gets Harder Every Year You Wait

Jun 11, 2026

You almost bring it up every time you visit. Maybe it happens in the kitchen, noticing unopened mail...

Nobody Thinks About Power of Attorney Until This Happens

May 28, 2026

Nobody plans a stroke into their week. It arrives without an appointment, without the courtesy of...

Before Something Goes Wrong: A Michigan Family’s Guide to Elder Law

May 15, 2026

There is a particular kind of quiet that settles over a family after a parent ends up in the hospita...

Top 7 Estate Planning Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

Mar 04, 2026

Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid: Protect Your Legacy and Your Loved Ones Estate planning is one...

How Does the Step Up in Basis Rule Work in Estate Planning?

Jan 28, 2026

If you’ve ever wondered what is step up in basis and why it matters in thoughtful estate planning,...

Holographic Wills in Michigan: Valid — But Proceed with Care

Jan 23, 2026

Are Handwritten Wills Valid in Michigan? What You Should Know As estate planning attorneys, we re...

Beware: The Pitfalls of Relying on Beneficiary Designations

Dec 18, 2025

Beneficiary designations on life insurance, retirement accounts, bank accounts with payable-on-death...

Do I Have to Pay Capital Gains on the Sale of an Inherited Home?

Jul 24, 2024

If you have inherited a house, you have some decisions to make, starting with whether to sell or kee...

Nine Things You May Not Know About Michigan Probate

May 29, 2024

Almost everyone has heard of probate, but many people have no experience with the process, and myths...

What is a “No-Contest” Clause in a Will?

Feb 26, 2024

A no-contest clause is a provision in a will that states that if a beneficiary challenges the will, ...