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Mobile Legal Services Named Michigan’s Top Estate Planning Lawyer by Elder Care Review

Eldercare Review has named Mobile Legal Services and its founder, Rebecca J. Braun, as Michigan’s Top Estate Planning & Probate Attorney for 2025, recognizing the firm’s exceptional service, trust, and impact on families across the region. Se… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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The $2,000 Rule

It seems like everyone I’ve ever spoken to, with very little exception, is familiar with ‘the $2,000 rule.’ It states that an applicant for Medicaid cannot have more than $2,000 in countable assets when qualifying for the benefit. This has been… Read More
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Categories: Medicaid
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Saving for a Brighter Future: Exploring Michigan's MIable Account

For families caring for loved ones with disabilities, saving for the future can feel like a challenge. But here in Michigan, there’s a program specifically designed to help: the MIable account. These savings opportunities are relatively new, an… Read More
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11 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Developing Dementia

Dementia affects nearly one in ten Americans over 65, and a recent 2024 Lancet Commission report highlights that around 40% of dementia cases could be prevented by addressing certain, modifiable lifestyle factors. Experts emphasize the importance of… Read More
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Understanding the Various Forms of Dementia

Dementia is a complex condition that affects millions of people worldwide, impacting memory, cognitive function, and daily life. While Alzheimer’s disease is perhaps the most widely recognized form of dementia, there are several other types, ea… Read More
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Early Warning Signs of Dementia: Financial Troubles

Key Takeaways: Early warning signs of dementia can appear in the form of financial difficulties up to six years before diagnosis Monitoring the financial health of your elderly family members could reduce the risk of irreversible financial events A s… Read More
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Navigating the Maze: Government Benefits for Developmentally Disabled Individuals in Michigan

If you or someone you love has a developmental disability in Michigan, you might be wondering what kind of government assistance is available. The good news is there are several programs designed to help with finances, healthcare, and daily living. L… Read More
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Michigan's New Power of Attorney Law: Increased Clarity and Protection

As of July 1, 2024, Michigan residents will have a new legal tool at their disposal: the Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA). This act aims to simplify and standardize the process of creating and using powers of attorney, offering greater clarity a… Read More
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Categories: Power of Attorney

Mickey Moves to the Public Domain: What Does it Mean for Your Estate Plan?

As the clock struck midnight on New Year’s Eve 2024, a pop-culture icon waltzed into the public domain: Mickey Mouse. The beloved rodent, first introduced in “Steamboat Willie” in 1928, is now open season for anyone to reimagine, re… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
Happy senior woman sitting at a table in her home office, drafting her last will and testament in a journal and taking care to allocate her assets. Retired woman leaving a plan in place for the future.

New Year, New You, New Plan: Why Estate Planning Belongs on Your Resolution List

As the confetti settles and the echoes of “Happy New Year!” fade, we’re all filled with the fresh optimism of a new year. It’s a time for resolutions, for setting goals, and striving for a better version of ourselves. But amid… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning