On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Sep 16, 2020 | Estate Planning
This is a judgment free blog post. Most Michiganders have things in their lives or past that they would rather other not know. Perhaps, there is a folder on one’s phone that they would not want their mother to open, or a website membership they would rather their wife...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Sep 1, 2020 | Estate Planning
When a person in Michigan executes a will, they do so with the intention that their wishes will be followed regarding the distribution of assets to their chosen heirs through the probate process. However, things do not always run so smoothly especially if an heir...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Jul 23, 2020 | Estate Planning
Worried that your parents have not done their estate planning? Unsure how to bring it up with them? You’re not alone. Most people in the United States have not done any estate planning. Children know this, even as their parents continue to put it off. However, it’s a...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Jul 13, 2020 | Estate Planning
When an expectant heir finds out that they’ve been disinherited, shock usually quickly gives way to anger — and anger often leads to a bitter fight over the estate. If you intend to disinherit one of your close family members, here are a few things to consider...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Jun 18, 2020 | Estate Planning
There are many different types of trusts that you can use when doing your estate planning. If you have an heir with special needs, you can set up a trust to provide for them without making them ineligible for government assistance. If you have an heir who is going to...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | May 20, 2020 | Estate Planning
If you have switched on the news or opened a paper in Michigan recently, one thing is clear: Many people are dying before they expect to. Knowing that you are going to die one day, it is essential to prepare for the unexpected. If you have time on your hands, this...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Apr 7, 2020 | Estate Planning
Guardianship is a significant responsibility. As a guardian, you are appointed by the court to help make key life decisions for another adult individual. This individual, sometimes referred to as the ward, must be incapacitated, meaning they lack the understanding or...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Mar 25, 2020 | Estate Planning
One reason for estate plan challenges is undue influence. Essentially, it means that one person influenced the other to change their estate plan, and that change financially benefited the first person. Rather than just accepting that this is a problem, you may find...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Mar 20, 2020 | Estate Planning
An estate plan contains many elements aimed at making things easier for your loved ones after your death. But there also are parts that make circumstances easier for them, and you, while you’re alive. That starts with a power of attorney, which allows someone else to...
On behalf of Boyer, St. Pierre, & Aull, PLLC | Mar 5, 2020 | Estate Planning
Scenario: Your best friend has approached you with a request to administer their estate once they have passed away. This is a great honor and it’s natural to feel good that your friend believes you are the best person to take on such an important role. You may be...
