Creating a will that outlines your wishes concerning the division of your assets after you are gone can help your family understand how to handle the disbursement, but what happens when there is a disagreement among your heirs? Such arguments can lead to probate...
Month: December 2020
Defining characteristics of a credible trustee
When it comes time for people to designate a trustee for their estate in Michigan, they should spend adequate time selecting someone credible. Because the duties of a trustee require access to personal records and confidential information, people should choose someone...
The benefit of specifics when writing your will
When you start writing your will, you may feel overwhelmed at the breadth of topics to discuss in this important document. Fortunately, writing a will does not require completion in a week or even a month. While experts recommend having a written will as soon as...
When should you treat your children unequally in your will?
While sitting down to write your will, you think about taking care of your adult children after you die. Maybe your oldest daughter makes a lot more money than your oldest son, or perhaps your youngest son has a spouse's income to fall back on. How do you fairly split...