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What Happens When Someone Dies Without A Will?
The untimely and unforeseen death of music superstar Prince has brought a lot of attention to the basic question, “What happens when someone dies...
Small Business Operations In The Hospitality Industry – Michigan Alcohol Manufacture/Distribution And Licensing Requirements
With the recent rise in popularity of microbreweries in Michigan, there has been an increase in small businesses/entrepreneurs entering the...
The Importance Of Federal Estate Tax Portability
Estate Tax Portability represents the single biggest change in the Federal Estate Tax since 1986. Understanding the workings of Portability could...
The Importance Of A Well-Drafted Lease
Often, people or companies that rent real estate get into trouble with a tenant. There are numerous problems...
Funding Your Revocable Living Trust
Some of the most common questions we receive from estate planning clients are regarding which assets should be owned by or payable to their...
Protecting Your Personal Assets As A Business Owner: Is Forming A Corporation Or Limited Liability Company Enough?
Many business owners seek to form a formal business entity for the primary purpose of protecting their...
Tax Issues When Selling Or Transferring Real Estate
Michigan has some unique tax provisions which can negatively impact the sale, transfer, and/or purchase of real estate. Being aware of these rules...
What is a board of directors all about?
In Michigan, corporations (including non-profits) are required to have a board of directors. The board is...
Purchasing Intellectual Property
Asometimes overlooked part of a business transaction is the sale of intellectual property rights. Specifically, any trademarks, service-marks,...