November 2012

Congress debating relief from estate taxes

An estate plan generally uses a variety of legal instruments, including wills and trusts, to distribute assets after a person dies. The pending estate tax code changes on these assets can have a profound effect on estate planning strategies for many Michigan families if Congress chooses to let them expire.

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The outlook for the housing market in 2013

Whether you’re buying or selling your home in Michigan, the recent news about real estate prices may be good or bad news to your ears. According to recent numbers, home prices seem to finally be on the rise, leading some to say that first-time home buyers may want to change

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Marijuana laws and the landlord

Marijuana laws have been getting a great deal of attention in the news in recent months, and supporters of the movement recently won a number of landmark victories on Election Day. Medical marijuana poses certain risks for landlords, however; legal complications that could leave building owners open to lengthy landlord-tenant

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Judge upholds the will of Sherman Hemsley

When the death of a loved one occurs and there are no clear instructions left for estate administration or burial, loved ones can be left unsure of what the deceased’s wishes were. Sometimes, even when a will is in place before the death, the family of the deceased can contest

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Judge tosses case against singer’s parents, conservators

While families sometimes have to turn to a conservatorship in situations where a family member might be incapable of making decisions in their own best interests, these probate litigation issues can become more complicated in matters relating to a person with high level of fame – and assets. A recent

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Victims of mortgage fraud receive settlement checks

During the housing slump, many homeowners across the United States, including people here in Michigan, found themselves struggling to pay their mortgages in a desperate attempt to save their homes. Many people turned to their banks who were offering families the opportunity to modify their existing loans. It seemed like

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