With proper planning, you can leave a legacy and create a lifetime of income. That’s why it’s important to understand the basics of IRA planning and implement a strategy that’ll keep your money protected and growing. Financial strategies and laws are always evolving, so keeping your money in places that won’t be negatively impacted is… Read more »
As 2019 comes to an end, it is an excellent time to reflect upon the year and begin thinking about your finances for 2020. What financial goals do you want to reach in 2020? Are there certain steps you need to take in 2020 to help you reach your long-term financial goals? Below are several… Read more »
Most of us look forward to retirement. We long for the day when we can wake up because we are ready to wake up, instead of waking up because of an alarm. We are ready to relax and enjoy pursuing hobbies and special interests instead of chasing the clock. Even though we may be emotionally… Read more »
Learn the basics of Medicaid, estate recovery and protecting the home from the devastating cost of long-term care cost from Certified Elder Law Attorney, Christopher J. Berry. Hi there. On this episode of Berry’s Bites, I’m going to talk about Medicaid eligibility and estate recovery and the reason I thought that would be a good… Read more »
Estate planning is something that many Brighton, MI area residents put off but with the right estate planning attorneys the process can be painless and put your mind at ease. You may have heard of estate planning before but you may not think you have an estate. Your estate is made of up everything own… Read more »
Getting older can mean making difficult decisions and exploring potential options for the future, including issues regarding long-term care. You don’t know what type of care you may need in the future and the ways in which to assess and finance that care can be extremely complicated in MI. This is where working with a… Read more »
What does estate planning in Livonia, MI look like? Many people we talk to in the Livonia, MI area think that estate planning attorneys are only for “the wealthy”, but you, and nearly everyone else, has an estate. Your estate is made of up everything own including your car, home, checking and savings accounts, investments,… Read more »
Most people consider life insurance for one reason — a death benefit payout. In many cases, life insurance is used to ensure that family members have sufficient resources to meet financial obligations after a loved one’s death. However, life insurance can provide other benefits, including an additional source of income during your retirement years. With… Read more »
Certified Elder Law Attorney, Christopher Berry, discusses the need for a Personal Care Contract when you are caring for a loved one and being paid. Without a personal care contract the payment could be ruled a divestment. Hello. This is certified elder law attorney Christopher Berry and today what I want to talk about is… Read more »
Michigan Elder Law Attorney Christopher Berry reviews how Medicaid works with its 5 year lookback and whether a Castle Trust makes sense even if you are unsure you will make it five years before needing nursing home care. Chris Berry here and on this issue of Berry’s Bites, we’re going to talk about the castle… Read more »