A fairy-tale wedding does not always mean happily ever after. In fact, some studies show that the more a couple spends on a wedding, the more likely they are to end in divorce. The reason for this may be that many couples -- who now spend an average of $26,600 on a...
Month: April 2017
The upside of divorce
When people talk about divorce, they usually focus on the negative aspects. They talk about fighting over the kids and complain about an unfair settlement. They speak of the emotional distress and having to start over. What they do not talk about are the benefits of...
The emotional rollercoaster of child custody battles
It is likely that you have spent recent years attending to the needs of your children. This may have involved a combination of working hard to provide the necessities of life and happily spending time nurturing and teaching your little ones. The bond between a parent...
A year later, Prince estate offers lessons re wills and trusts
One year ago, music fans in Michigan and the rest of the world were shocked to learn of the death of Prince. While the tragedy of his drug overdose caused many to shake their heads, it is the condition of his estate that continues to make headlines a year later....
Estate administration and probate can be simplified with a plan
People who have the habit of making daily to-do lists know that there is almost nothing as satisfying as crossing something off the list after they have completed the task. The satisfaction may be even more rewarding if the task was particularly difficult or...