Estate Planning Isn’t Just About Death. It’s About Protecting You While You’re Living

When most people think about estate planning, they focus on what happens after they pass away. While that is certainly an important part of the process, it is only one piece of the bigger picture. A well-designed estate plan also answers a critical question many people overlook: what happens if you are still living but unable to make decisions for yourself?

Estate Planning, Will and Trust, Living WillBEAM Kudos .April 16, 2026Abraham LawEstate planning, death and dying, Fenton, Abraham Law, Fenton Estate Planning, Michigan Estate Planning, trusts, trust and will, will and trustComment

What Happens If Something Is Not in the Trust

When a trust is part of your estate plan, we typically use what is called a pour-over will. Its purpose is straightforward: if an asset was left outside of the trust, the will “catches” it and directs it into the trust through the probate process.

BEAM Kudos .February 27, 2026Abraham Lawwills, trust and will, Estate planning, Estate planning attorney Michigan wills trusts probate lawyer, Fenton Estate PlanningComment