Thursday, June 29
The Ins and Outs of Probate Taxes
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Thursday, June 29
In Blog, Estate Planning
Helping Your Parents Establish an Estate Plan
Depending on your parents, discussions regarding estate plans can be either easy or hard. Some people are lucky in that their parents may be at a stage of their life where they’re willing to accept some help and guidance from their adult children. Others may be resistant, which will likely make everything from gaining power of attorney to helping them find in-home assistance or a care facility difficult.
Read More Tuesday, May 30
Alzheimer’s Deaths on the Rise
The Centers for Disease Control says the number of people dying from Alzheimer's Disease has jumped 54.5 percent since 1999. Data also show that an increasing number of those that died of the illness did so at...
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New David L. Carrier workshop explains Medicaid program’s role in estate planning
When it comes to estate planning and elder law, you could say the Law Offices of David L. Carrier sets the pace. Or, rather, they set the PACE. The Grand Rapids-based firm, which helps families...
Read More Monday, May 8
Join Us for Our Classic Car Cruise-In
Wash up your Ride and Come on out and enjoy some classic cars, good food and 50's music.It will be fun for the whole family! Hosted by the Law Offices of David L. Carrier When: Friday, August 11,...
Read More Thursday, April 27
In Blog, Estate Planning
What Happens to Your Estate Plan If You Move?
Making an estate plan is not a one-time affair. Changes in your life may prompt you to revise your will, trust, power of attorney, or advance directives for health care. Even if you do not...
Read MoreThe Difference Between Medicaid Pre-Planning and Crisis Planning
Medicaid is designed to help seniors with limited means afford medical care, including long-term nursing home care. Since Michigan's Medicaid program imposes strict limits on an applicant's income and assets, some planning may be necessary...
Read More Thursday, April 13
In Blog, Estate Planning
What is a sweetheart trust?
A revocable living trust is an estate planning tool that lets you transfer assets to a trustee. You can serve as your own trustee, allowing you to keep control over the assets during your lifetime....
Read More Thursday, April 6
In Blog, Estate Planning
Naming Guardians for Your Children
If you have minor children your first estate planning question is probably, “Who will take care of them if I die?” Naming a guardian for your child is a major decision. There are a number...
Read More Thursday, March 30
In Blog, Estate Planning
How Much Does a Michigan Will Cost?
A common question every estate planning lawyer gets is, “How much do you charge for a will?” There is no single answer. A will is not a standardized product. Each will has unique characteristics based...
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