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August Is National Make-An-Estate Plan Month
Most Americans know they need an estate plan. Far fewer actually have one. August is National Make-A-Will Month, let’s stop putting it off and finally get the conversation started.

Joint Tenancy, Taxes, and Worse
Joint tenancy is the most common property title with more than one owner. The surviving title holders assume ownership

The Most Important Thing I Packed for Cooperstown Didn’t Fit in My Suitcase
A family vacation can change in an instant. Read why one real-life story reinforced the importance of having an estate plan before you travel.

Financial Wellness Programs for First Responders: Estate Planning Is a Pillar
Agencies across the country have made tremendous progress in recognizing the importance of officer wellness

Estate Planning Is Really About Love, Not Money
When people hear “estate planning,” they usually think about money and death. What estate planning actually does

First Responders Estate Planning: What to Know
Estate planning is not just for retirement. For first responders, it’s something that should be done early and done right.

What Happens if You Die Without a Will in Illinois?
Learn what happens to your assets, family, and estate under Illinois intestacy laws if you die without a will.

How Much Does a Living Trust Cost?
Hiring an estate planning attorney in Chicago for a basic living trust typically costs between $2,500 and $6,000.

Estate Taxes, Probate, and Trusts
Knowing whether you are subject to estate taxes or if your estate must go through probate can significantly impact your family.

Trust Decanting
Trust decanting is a significant part of the Illinois Trust Code, which governs Trusts within the state of Illinois. Decanting refers to transferring assets from one Trust to another due to changing circumstances. These changing circumstances may include a multitude of factors. This can include anything from changes in tax law to an unforeseen event … Continue reading Trust Decanting


