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The State of Long-Term Care in the U.S. and Michigan

Jan 29, 2025

Every day, thousands of people across the United States reach the age of 65, and many will eventuall...

5 Things You Need to Know About Medical & Financial Powers of Attorneys

Jan 28, 2025

At Estate Planning & Elder Law Services, we understand that planning for the future means more t...

What to Do Before Your Kid Heads Off to College

Jun 21, 2024

A friend of ours refers to college as “training wheels adulthood.” Your kids may be living apart...

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...

Navigating the Legal Aspects of Transitioning to Assisted Living

May 15, 2024

Recognizing a Need for Assisted Living While the decision to transition into assisted living ca...

The Role of a Trust Administrator: Legal Duties and Best Practices

May 08, 2024

Trust Administration When utilizing a trust as part of your comprehensive estate plan, you'll ...

Crafting Your Will: Essential Considerations for Michigan Residents

May 01, 2024

Why Create a Will? One of the most critical steps in estate planning is creating a will. By doi...

Advocating for Elder Rights: Legal Tools and Strategies

Apr 17, 2024

What is Elder Law? A rapidly growing area of law concerns some of our most vulnerable: our agin...

Estate and Tax Planning: Minimizing Your Tax Burden Legally

Apr 10, 2024

Estate Taxes While Michigan is a little less tax-heavy overall than some states, you will still...

Ladybird Deeds in Michigan

Mar 12, 2024

There are many ways to transfer real estate to your loved ones after your death. In Michigan, one of...