How Important is it For You to Have a Will?
Do you really need a will? The simple answer to that question is, wait for it: It depends. Most people own assets of some kind when they...
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K. Renee
- Dec 9, 2022
- 2 min
City Council Gives Detroit Tenants “Right to Counsel” - Funds to Pay Legal Fees Not Yet Released
The Detroit Right to Counsel Coalition is a group composed of Detroit residents, advocates, community organizations, lawyers, and...
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Attorney Bob Mannor, CELA
- Oct 7, 2022
- 2 min
Choosing a Trustworthy Trustee
When it comes to estate planning, it’s dependability that matters most. When your assets are on the line, it’s important to pick the...
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Attorney Norman E. “Gene” Richards
- Oct 7, 2022
- 4 min
Advice for Caregivers: Five Steps to Leap Legal Hurdles
Family members of aging loved ones are increasingly stepping into the role of helper or caregiver. Fulfilling these responsibilities...
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Steve Tomkowiak
- Jun 30, 2022
- 2 min
Combatting Discriminatory Appraisal Practices Which Cost Homeowners Their Equity
Many adults consider homeownership to be the realization of the “American Dream.” Homeownership can enhance self-worth, improve...
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Attorney Norman E. “Gene” Richards
- Jun 29, 2022
- 3 min
Guardianships -Another Take on the Pros and Cons of Probate Court
If you have heard the word “guardianship” recently, it was probably in the context of a scathing news article about complications and/or...
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Attorney Bob Mannor, CELA
- Jun 29, 2022
- 2 min
Giving Money to Family Can be Deemed a Gift, Complicating Medicaid Eligibility
Many people are aware of the five year “look back” period for long term care Medicaid eligibility which takes financial transactions...
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Attorney Bob Mannor, CELA
- Mar 28, 2022
- 2 min
Dementia Diagnosis: Legal Steps to Take ASAP
Finding out that you or a loved one has dementia can seem overwhelming. It is easy to go into denial or avoid making important decisions....
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urbanagingnews
- Mar 25, 2022
- 3 min
The Ladybird Deed
It’s considered the simplest and least expensive way to transfer real estate when a person dies – with an equally lovely name – the...
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Miriam Bingham
- Mar 23, 2022
- 2 min
Michigan’s Financial Exploitation Prevention Act Empowers Banks to Ask Questions and Take Action
Banks and other financial institutions are asking customers more questions as they process transactions. Those extra steps are now...
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urbanagingnews
- Dec 10, 2021
- 2 min
Rightsizing What You Own
Right-sizing is used in the business world when executives speak of reducing or restructuring. It’s defined as converting something to a...
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urbanagingnews
- Sep 21, 2020
- 2 min
Elder Law & Advocacy Center Guiding Your Plans
Neighborhood Legal Services Michigan-Elder Law & Advocacy Center is geared up to assist families with estate planning for themselves and...
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urbanagingnews
- Apr 13, 2020
- 2 min
Lady Bird Deeds Transfer Homes at Death, Bypassing Probate, Some Taxes & Medicaid Payback
A properly drafted Lady Bird Deed automatically transfers your home to your named beneficiary upon your death and saves heirs the time consu
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