Deed gone wrong, DIY Fixes Part 1
The problem with most do-it-yourself websites is that they will provide you whatever documents you request without inquiring if those documents will actually meet your needs. If you tell them you want a deed, they will draft a deed, but... Read More →
Advantages to Selling the Marital Home Before Divorce
Michigan Attorney Kathryn Wayne-Spindler recently participated in the Institute of Continuing Legal Education Family Law Seminar where Elizabeth K. Bransdorfer of Mika Meyes PLC in Grand Rapids presented the session, “Selling the Marital Home During the Divorce Case.” When divorcing,... Read More →
Take Advantage of Housing Drought
The time is right for divorcing/divorced couples to take advantage of what has been called the “worst housing drought ever” to get top dollar from their home sales. According to a blog posted by local realtor Norm Werner in Real... Read More →
Lady Bird Deed is Estate Planning Tool
A “Lady Bird Deed” is a tool of estate planning that allows the transfer of ownership of property to an heir. It’s more official title is “enhanced life estate deed.” In Michigan, by utilizing a Lady Bird Deed, property can... Read More →
Complete Estate Plan is not Just About the Money
When trying to save money, some people choose the minimum when it comes to creating a will. After all, a will’s a will, right? Not so. A thoughtful and complete estate plan will can save relatives months of heartache and... Read More →
5 reasons to consult an attorney when you sell a house
The real estate market in Southeastern Michigan is active. With Spring (hopefully) around the corner, For Sale signs will begin popping up in front yards like so many crocus and daffodils. Selling real estate can be a tricky legal business.... Read More →