Inheriting real estate from your parents is either a blessing or a burden — or a little bit of both. Figuring out what to do
Life estates can be an excellent tool for Medicaid planning, probate avoidance and tax efficiency, but there are potential problems to look out for. Knowing
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An appurtenance is a permanent addition to a real property, such as an in-ground pool. Sometimes it can be tricky to determine whether something is
By Elizabeth D. Johnson | Imagine taking a walk through a garden or forest, admiring the wildlife, flora, and fauna. Maybe there is a
The digital age has affected most aspects of life, not only in Michigan but globally. People can now find quick bits of information online, but
It is impossible to know the future and predict what will happen even a month from now, yet there are steps you can take to
People often ask if they need to wait until after a decedent’s estate closes in order to sell the deceased loved one’s house. This is
The loss of a loved one can have different effects on each person. You may feel a sense of acceptance and closure, or you could
When you purchase a piece of property, you want to make sure that no one can come knocking on your door saying they have a
Legal issues could arise from a variety of circumstances. Even after a person has passed away, his or her estate could still face litigation if
Expecting parents and new parents frequently have many discussions about the futures of their children. It can be exciting to choose the name of a
Most Michigan parents who have special needs children work tirelessly to provide and care for their children. They often give up much of their lives
Advice for boomers desperate to unload family heirlooms By Richard Eisenberg After my father died at 94 in September, leaving my sister and me to
By: Leslie Mertz Will knew something was wrong as soon as he heard his mother’s shaky message on his phone. When he got to her
Published in the Ferndale Patch By Mera McKenna (Patch Staff) – January 24, 2017 4:00 pm ET OAKLAND COUNTY, MI — What would happen to
Buying a home can be a wonderful step for your family, but purchasing real estate can be an arduous and complicated process. From inspections to
Many people delay writing a will. Perhaps it’s due to fear of the unknown, or anxiety at the thought of the end of life. It’s
In past generations, family members, fiduciaries and other individuals often had to scour through safe-deposit boxes, desks and boxes to gather documents and photos left
When most people hear the phrase “estate plan,” they usually associate the task of allocating assets, assigning executors and beneficiaries, and establishing trusts to elderly
The residential and commercial real estate markets in Detroit, and throughout Michigan, have been taken on a proverbial roller-coaster ride in recent years. Despite past
Unmarried couples who live together in Michigan face a unique set of legal matters related to estate and probate planning. Couples who live together but
No matter how much we try, we cannot predict the future. The best we can do is to prepare for it. If you are at
Many pop culture references made it seem that will contests are aggravated in nature and have effects on the family of those involved. In reality,
Buying and renting property represents a significant investment for landlords. If you are unfamiliar with the process it can be intimidating, especially if you are
Landlords who own apartment complexes or other forms of residential rental properties provide necessary housing for people from all walks of life. In many ways,
During the probate process, the personal representative (which is sometimes referred to as the executor) will inventory the estate of the deceased. Occasionally, documents or
Throughout Michigan, more and more owners of market-rate apartment buildings are choosing to make their properties smoke-free. This makes good business sense because: There is
Real estate properties are some of the most valuable assets owned by Michigan residents, making any action related to them especially significant. Real estate transactions
Issues involving buying and selling property in Michigan can be complex and even result in lawsuits. Real estate litigation can cover a wide range of
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