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Important Considerations for Funding a Living Trust
A revocable living trust — also known as an inter-vivos trust — is a useful estate planning mechanism for many reasons. Living trusts can be
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What Does “Protected Individual” Mean in the Michigan Probate Courts?
In a previous post for this site, we explored a bit of the history and context surrounding Michigan’s Estates and Protected individuals Code (EPIC). In
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Should Digital Assets Be Part of Your Estate Plan?
Today, most of us use computers, phones, and tablets to send messages, check in with friends, carry out important financial transactions, watch TV and listen
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How Do I Access a Decedent’s Safe Deposit Box in Michigan?
In a previous article for this site, we wrote about the importance of taking care to thoughtfully organize, store, and safeguard your estate planning documents
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What Is a No-Contest Clause In a Will or Trust?
Will and trust contests can often cause estate administration to drag on — while pitting family members against each other. To minimize the likelihood of
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Can a Trustee Be Challenged or Removed?
A trustee has many important responsibilities and duties, including managing, controlling, and distributing trust property, while keeping beneficiaries and other relevant parties informed about the