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Life in Metro Detroit moves fast. Between work, family, and everything else demanding your attention, thinking about what happens after you’re gone probably falls pretty low on your to-do list. But here’s something that might change your perspective: without a proper estate plan, the state of Michigan decides who gets your home, your savings, and … Read more
If you’ve started thinking about protecting your family’s future, you’ve probably encountered two fundamental estate planning tools: wills and trusts. The question isn’t whether you need estate planning—it’s which approach actually accomplishes your goals under Michigan law. The answer is more nuanced than most people realize. A will alone won’t avoid probate in Michigan. A … Read more
As a Michigan estate planning law firm with offices in Troy and Shelby Township, we see firsthand how small oversights can create serious long-term problems for families. Estate planning requires careful decision-making, and Michigan law outlines specific requirements that must be followed for documents to be valid. Many individuals intend to protect assets, pass property … Read more
Nobody walks down the aisle expecting their marriage to end. But hoping for the best doesn’t mean you shouldn’t prepare for the unexpected. A prenuptial agreement isn’t a prediction of failure—it’s a practical conversation about finances, expectations, and protection that every engaged couple should consider. The stereotype of prenups as tools for the wealthy to … Read more
A Lady Bird Deed is a special type of property deed that allows Michigan homeowners to transfer real estate to beneficiaries upon death without going through probate court. Unlike a traditional deed transfer, you retain complete ownership and control of the property during your lifetime—including the right to sell, mortgage, or even change your mind … Read more
Michigan families work hard to build their legacies, yet many unknowingly make estate planning mistakes that can cost their loved ones thousands of dollars, months of delays, and unnecessary heartache. The good news is that these mistakes are entirely preventable once you know what to watch for. Estate planning under Michigan law involves more than … Read more
Planning for incapacity is one of the most important steps in any Michigan estate plan, yet it is often overlooked until a crisis forces families to act. We regularly meet individuals and families in Troy and Shelby Township who assume that a spouse or adult child will automatically be allowed to manage finances or make … Read more
Selecting an executor or trustee is one of the most important decisions a person can make when preparing an estate plan. At Boroja, Bernier & Associates, we understand that this choice carries both legal and personal consequences. The executor or trustee is responsible for carrying out the instructions in an estate plan, managing assets, paying … Read more
As Michigan attorneys, we understand how important it is for families in Troy, Shelby Township, and throughout Oakland and Macomb Counties to protect the property they have worked hard to acquire. Estate planning is not only about deciding who receives assets, but also about ensuring those assets remain secure for future generations. One of the … Read more
As attorneys at Boroja, Bernier & Associates, we often meet individuals who created an estate plan years ago and have not looked at it since. While having an estate plan in place is an important first step, keeping it current is equally critical. Michigan’s estate planning laws can evolve, and life circumstances rarely stay the … Read more