April 24, 2020 As the folks here in Michigan conclude our 5th week of quarantine, I have been fortunate to learn a couple of things during our government-mandated collective period of reflection: (1) my Ph.D. neuroscientist wife is pretty good…
Earlier this week, in support of the CARES Act, and the stimulus checks due yet to arrive, IRS.gov launched a new tool on its website that allows you to check on the status of your payment. If you are like…
You may see it coming: Unfortunately, as hard as you try, you just can’t take care of your ill spouse at home any more. At this emotionally difficult time, the last thing you need is the stress of not knowing…
This is a common question we hear. Read on for information to help figure out whether you need a trust and, if so, what kind fits your specific situation. For example, maybe you have a disabled child and you want…
When it comes to establishing wills and estate plans, older Americans outpace their younger counterparts. Still, a significant number — 19 percent of those over age 72 and 42 percent of those between 53 and 71, according to survey data — lack…