When you write a document like a will, you probably expect it to be private. A will is private, for a while. Yours will eventually become public record though. If you want your end-of-life plans to be a bit more private, there may be some steps that you can take…
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When you want to pass down specific personal property to your friends and loved ones, you should make an estate plan. Most people think of the big assets, like homes or major bank accounts, when they think of wills and estate plans, but you can pass down anything that you…
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A grantor trust is an estate planning tool that can make it easier to manage your assets and leave something behind for loved ones. It’s not the best fit for every estate, but it’s a versatile option that many people find that they can benefit from when they are making…
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If you have stepchildren, you may want to leave something behind for them after you pass away. If this is the case, you absolutely must have a will or an estate plan in place. This is the best way to ensure that your wishes are honored and that your assets…
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Most people want to pass the family home down to their children when they pass away, but it’s important to transfer ownership in the right way. There are a few different options if you want to transfer ownership of your home, so meet with a Washtenaw County trusts attorney from…
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For the most part, you can decide to disinherit whoever you want to. If you no longer want to leave something behind for a family member or friend, you can do that. A Washtenaw County wills attorney can tell you more about how you can take someone out of your…
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Estate Planning Awareness Week takes place from October 17th through October 23rd, and it should be a reminder to you that you need to create a plan of your own. This is not just something that rich people need to do. You and your family can benefit from this, and…
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If you were to unexpectedly pass away, who would care for your children? If this question makes you nervous, you should make a plan and ensure that you have someone who is ready to care for your kids in the worst case scenario. You can choose a guardian for your…
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An advance healthcare directive is a crucial part of any estate plan. You might one day end up in a situation where you are incapacitated and cannot make medical decisions for yourself. This document can address that and save your family members from excess stress and pain. Our Washtenaw County…
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When someone dies, many of their assets have to go through the probate process before they can be passed on to beneficiaries. Some things don’t have to go through this process though, and you can actually make sure that few of your assets, if any, need to go through probate…
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