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February 14, 2017
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Indications of Financial Elder Abuse

By Jim Lance
Jim Lance
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Financial elder abuse is subtle, often repeated on the same individual and incredibly devastating. The unlawful depletion of financial resources is particularly ruinous for the senior community because many are…

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April 6, 2016
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Durable Power of Attorney: Planning for Disability

By Kay Kossen
Kay Kossen
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It’s no secret that dealing with parents or a loved one with diminished mental capacity can be a challenge. Mental capacity is an issue that can potentially affect anyone—at any…

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August 25, 2015
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Top 5 Tips for Purchasing a Condominium in Michigan

By Kay Kossen
Kay Kossen
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While we often conceptualize a condo as connected townhomes, you may be surprised to learn that there is another type of condo designation in Michigan. The typical understanding of a…

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August 24, 2015
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Remember To Fund Your Trust

By Jim Lance
Jim Lance
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REMEMBER TO FUND YOUR TRUST You created a Trust document to (1) ensure that your wishes are fulfilled upon your death, and 2) avoid probate. However, if your Trust is…

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August 21, 2015
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Elder Law Exploitation

By Steve Staple
Steve Staple
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A MULTI-BILLION DOLLAR PROBLEM: FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION OF THE ELDERLY Recent stories in the media have been rife with high profile examples of financial exploitation of the elderly. Elder financial abuse…

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February 19, 2015
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LAND CONTRACT FORFEITURE VERSUS FORECLOSURE PROCEEDINGS

By Jim Lance
Jim Lance
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There are two (2) legal remedies when the purchaser defaults on a land contract:  (1) forfeiture (commonly known as summary proceedings); and (2) foreclosure.  Prior to initiating either action it…

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November 17, 2014
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Residential Real Estate Transfers to Family – Less Taxing!

By Kay Kossen
Kay Kossen
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The Michigan Legislature enacted Public Act 310 (2014), which impacts transfers of real estate from Trusts. Under the General Property Tax Act (MCL 211.27a), the taxable value of a parcel of…

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September 17, 2014
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How to Avoid Scams that Target the Elderly

By Kay Kossen
Kay Kossen
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The elderly have long been a target for clever demagogues seeking to make an easy buck through illicit means. Some scams, like the lost Prince of Nigeria email, have been…

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September 11, 2014
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Free Download: 6 Power Tips for Successful Estate Planning

By Kay Kossen
Kay Kossen
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View our 6 simple Estate Planning Power Tips to learn how careful estate planning can protect your loved ones, avoid confusion (and even conflicts) among family members, circumvent unnecessary costs, and...
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