Millennials Have Started to Realize That They Need Estate Plans
Many people might associate estate planning as something done by those who are old, ill or incredibly wealthy. However, even younger adults with no dependents and fewer assets can benefit from creating a will, possibly a trust, and advanced directives such as Durable Powers of Attorney and Healthcare Powers of Attorney. If you have just … Read more
Divorce and Bankruptcy: Who Takes the Debt?
Financial issues are one of the leading causes of divorce for married couples in Michigan. If you have accrued a significant amount of debt during your marriage, you and your spouse may fight about your financial obligations. Especially when one of you has caused or accumulated more of that debt than the other, there may … Read more
When Can You Contest a Will in Michigan?
Contesting a will is the process of challenging the legal validity of a will. The circumstances can be complicated and might stem from a grieving heir who believes the terms of the estate are suspicious, were unduly influenced by another heir, or a creditor seeking to recover assets not defined in the will. Whatever the … Read more
Can You Include Your Student Loans When Filing for Bankruptcy?
People will tell you that it is impossible to discharge student loans in bankruptcy. Those individuals, while likely meaning well, have misstated the law and may have drastically oversimplified the situation. While it is uncommon to discharge student loans in personal bankruptcy filings, it is not technically impossible. There are special laws at the federal … Read more
What Are the Rules for Discharging Student Loans in Bankruptcy?
For many, student loans are their biggest financial obligation. This might be the case whether you recently graduated from college or graduated years ago. For many years, student loans have been all but impossible to discharge in bankruptcy, even if they are the primary source of someone’s debt and financial struggles. There are difficult standards … Read more
Student Loan Debt Relief for Michigan Residents
Michigan residents face financial hardships for a large variety of reasons. One of the most common reasons Michiganders struggle to keep up with their financial obligations is overwhelming student loan debt. Of the 1.4 million Michigan residents with outstanding student loans, approximately 1 million of those residents owe between $20,000 and $200,000. Traditionally, individuals with student … Read more
3 Common Tax Issues for Small Businesses
Small businesses have a lot to consider as they work to bring in profits and stay viable. Many small business owners know that there are different tax obligations that they may face depending on various factors such as whether they have employees, how the company is organized, and whether they are selling goods or services … Read more
Getting Started With Your Business Succession Plan
As the owner or executive of a successful small or medium-sized business, you have a lot of responsibilities that demand your attention. It is very easy for busy professionals to procrastinate when it comes to planning for long-term needs, and perhaps the most overlooked long-term necessity is creating a succession plan for their role at … Read more
Why Your Business Plan Matters
One of the first things to do when you’re starting a new business is to create a business plan. You want to do this if you’re launching the company yourself or if you’re starting a partnership. Creating a comprehensive plan at the beginning drastically increases the odds that your business will be successful. Let’s explore … Read more
Is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy the Right Choice for Your Family?
Families across Michigan may find themselves facing financial hardship for numerous reasons. Maybe the primary wage earner for the family recently lost their job. Perhaps the parent who always stays home with the children just received a diagnosis of a serious illness. Even those who have historically made wise choices could experience financial hardship when … Read more
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For trusted help in matters of bankruptcy, estates, business, taxation or real estate, we encourage you to contact us for a no-obligation consultation. During our first meeting at our Royal Oak office, over the phone or via videoconference, you will be introduced to your main point of contact who will work closely with you throughout your case. We will take the time to listen to your story, answer your questions and develop a plan for success. No judgment, just advice geared toward your financial goals backed by decades of experience.
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