When A Full Estate Process Is Not Required
Not every estate in Michigan needs to go through the full probate process. State law sets a specific dollar threshold below which families can use a much simpler procedure, and that threshold changes almost every year. What Is Michigan’s Small Estate Threshold Right Now? Under MCL 700.3982, estates valued at or below a specific threshold, … Read more
The Two Tracks A Michigan Estate Can Take
Not every estate that goes through Michigan probate follows the same path. The state offers two distinct tracks, and choosing the right one from the start can meaningfully affect how long the process takes and how much court involvement is required. The Two Main Tracks Under Michigan Law Michigan’s Estates and Protected Individuals Code sets … 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
3 Disadvantages of Probate
Going through probate isn’t something any of us want to do. It is time consuming and costly, and it increases the length of time it takes to distribute your assets. While probate does have some benefits to those working through a loved one’s estate, there are some significant disadvantages. The main disadvantages of probate: Probate … Read more
