Glenn R. Matecun, Attorney

09/01/2026

You hear lots of noise out there about whether Social Security is going to run out of money. The answer isn’t as scary as the headlines—but here is what you should know.

Every few months, I hear some version of the same question from clients: “Is Social Security going to be there for me?”

08/19/2026

Here's a new Michigan Supreme Court decision that has a big impact on estate planning. The Court ruled that certain life insurance and 401(k) benefits paid to a trust can remain protected from creditors. Here’s what Michigan families should know.

A recent Michigan Supreme Court decision caught my attention because it answers an important estate planning question: What happens when life insurance or

08/08/2026

Alzheimer’s has taken so much from so many families. So when there is real reason for hope, it’s worth sharing.

This is encouraging news.

For families living with Alzheimer’s disease, there hasn’t been nearly enough good news over the years. This may be some.

08/01/2026

Have you ever wondered why your neighbor pays less in property taxes than you do -- even though your homes are almost identical? The answer surprises a lot of Michigan homeowners.

I just saw a new housing report and it highlights somehting many homeowners discover the hard way.

07/25/2026

Losing a spouse is hard enough without unexpected financial surprises. Many families are shocked by the financial changes that follow a spouse's death. I wrote about some of the biggest ones—and included a simple "What to Know After the Loss of a Spouse" checklist that I hope you'll find helpful.

One of the hardest parts of losing a spouse is learning how much life changes afterward. Most people expect the emotional loss. Far fewer expect the financial

07/14/2026

If you're in charge of someone's probate estate or trust, don't make these mistakes. This recent Michigan case is worth a quick read.

Most people assume that if an estate doesn't have enough money to pay everyone, there isn't much that can be done. While an insolvent estate can certainly

06/13/2026

When I see articles about debt and credit cards and foreclosures I tend to get a little nervous thinking back to the "global financial crisis", "housing bubble", etc. The Wall Street Journal recently wrote about high credit card debt and how -- although it is nearing record levels -- it doesn't look the same as those bad times when you look under the hood.

Here’s a summary of an interesting economic trend that caught my attention.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, may we pause to remember those who gave everything for freedoms we often take for granted.

This short tribute -- inspired by a haunting prayer written by a wounded World War II solidier and later turned into a song by Edwin McCain -- is a reminder of the lives, dreams, and futures sacrificed for all of us. 🇺🇸

Click below to hear the tribute:

The story goes that an unnamed World War II soldier wrote a prayer to St. Peter on the wall of his hospital room. Singer Edwin McCain took that prayer and put it to music. It is a beautiful tribute to all our fallen service members this Memorial Day. Let them love Peter, For they’ve had... Read Mo...

05/18/2026

Foreclosures are up, but don't panic.

Yes, filings have risen over the past year. But zoom out and look at the full picture.

We're still below historical norms – and nowhere near levels seen around 2008.
This isn't a crash. It's the market returning to normal after foreclosures were artificially low during the pandemic.

And here's something else worth knowing. These are filings. Not all of them will actually turn into completed foreclosures.

If you've been hearing a lot about this lately and want to make sense of what it means, drop a comment or send me a DM. Happy to talk it through.

05/18/2026

If you have a loved one with a disability who is receiving governmental benefits, take a look at an ABLE account and the newer rules.

Here’s a summary of an important planning tool that more families are beginning to use: ABLE accounts.