Avoiding probate is a critical part of estate planning. But what makes probate so horrible, and why is it so important to steer clear of the process?

What’s So Horrible About Probate That Makes Everyone Want To Avoid It?
Avoiding probate is a critical part of estate planning. But what makes probate so horrible, and why is it so important to steer clear of the process?
Establishing a trust is one thing; transferring assets into it is another. And if you don't do the latter, the former won't be worth the paper it's printed on, as a recent case shows.
In a Michigan divorce, a child's custody preference can be one of many factors when determining what is in their best interest.
Owners of family-held or small businesses intuitively understand the importance of planning.
In a Michigan divorce, pets are not treated like children. They are considered personal property, which makes them subject to equitable distribution like other assets.
At the dawn of a new business, owners and entrepreneurs understandably focus their time and energy on...