Blog: Wills And Trusts

estate planning

Why You Need to Talk to Mom and Dad About Estate Planning

During the holiday season, there are many events that we look forward to- trimming the tree, cooking with our family, and enjoying time with our loved ones over the exchanging of gifts. One exchange that your family could be avoiding, however, is the conversation that is most important: what will occur when one, or both, of your parents pass away.… Read more

do it yourself

Do Your Own Will & Trust If You Do This One Thing

Let’s start with a question: True or False? “You should create your own plan (will/trust/powers of attorney) or do it yourself instead of letting someone else create it for you.” Be careful to think this one through before answering. If you have read my article on “Will Kits” [1] you’re probably thinking “False!… Read more

children

Care, Custody and Cash for Children After Death: How?

Most of the time when we think of our estate plans, we think only of what will happen to our assets when we are old and gray? However, have you ever considered what would happen if you and/or your spouse were not here tomorrow?Read more

529 college savings plan

4 Great Reasons For A Trust Plus Your 529 College Savings Plan

Congratulations on planning ahead for your child’s educational future! A 529 college savings plan is a great idea for many families. Now that you have established the 529 plan, you may be wondering if you should still talk to an attorney about creating a trust to handle any assets you leave behind?… Read more

Want Heirs To Access Your Digital Assets? Michigan Says "Ok!"

Want Heirs To Access Your Digital Assets? Michigan Says “Ok!”

I’m sure that you have considered this before: “Who takes over someone’s Facebook account once their gone?” Or, “How can I make sure my kids can access my Instagram photos if I leave?” Let’s face it, in today’s day and time social media usage has become commonplace in our culture.… Read more

5 Reasons Will Kits & Online Services Are Risky Business

5 Reasons Will Kits & Online Services Are Risky Business

Times have changed. There was a time when it was common for our evening dinner to be harvested in our yard earlier in the same day. In our offices, “cut and paste” literally meant to “cut and paste” and fax machines were cutting edge.… Read more