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  A PA 116 FDRA agreement refers to a Farmland Development Rights Agreement (FDRA) created under Public Act 116 of 1974 , Michigan’s Farmland and Open Space Preservation Act (now part of Part 361 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act ). This is a statewide, voluntary farmland preservation program that allows landowners across Michigan to commit land to agricultural use in exchange for tax benefits and relief from certain special assessments . While PA 116 applies uniformly throughout the state, its real-world impact can feel more pronounced in areas experiencing development pressure—such as parts of Washtenaw County, including Ann Arbor Township. 📌 What Is PA 116 and an FDRA? PA 116 is shorthand for Public Act 116 , Michigan’s long-standing farmland preservation law. An FDRA (Farmland Development Rights Agreement) is the specific, recorded contract between a landowner and the State of Michigan . By signing an FDRA, the landowner agrees to temporarily res...

  Rightsizing is often mistaken for downsizing—but it’s so much more than moving to a smaller space. ✨ Rightsizing is about creating a home that truly supports the next chapter of your life —one that feels lighter, more functional, and aligned with how you live today . Whether you’re planning a move 🚚 or simply want to live more intentionally where you are, these ten rightsizing tips can help make the process manageable, empowering, and even rewarding 💛. 1. 🌱 Start Simple Begin with the easiest decisions. Focus on out-of-sight spaces like attics, crawlspaces, basements, and garages. Broken items, outdated tools, and unused belongings are often the simplest to release. Early wins build confidence and momentum 💪. 2. 🤔 Use the “Will I Miss It?” Test Ask yourself one honest question: If this disappeared tomorrow, would I miss it or rush to replace it? If the answer is no, it’s likely time to let it go. This removes guilt and keeps the focus on what truly matters ❤️. 3. 🧺 Recla...

  Many families assume that once their estate planning documents are signed, the work is finished. In reality, that’s just the beginning. Life changes—👶 births, 💍 marriages, 💔 divorces, 🏡 moves, 💼 career shifts, and 💰 financial changes—can quietly make your estate plan outdated or incomplete. Add in changes to state laws or small oversights, and gaps can appear that often don’t surface until it’s too late to fix them. That’s why an annual estate plan review isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. January is an ideal time to do this, as many people are already reviewing their finances, taxes, and goals for the year ahead. Below is a guide to the key estate planning documents you should revisit every year. 📝 1. Will or Trust — Are Your People and Goals Still Aligned? Your will or trust outlines your core wishes—who receives what, and how. As your life evolves, your documents should evolve too. Ask yourself: 👥 Beneficiaries: Are the people named still the ones you want to inherit...