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All in Wills
A will essentially outlines the distribution of your items or assets upon your death. Most people put their property and business assets in their will, but this is not always the best idea because wills have to be probated. Read on to find out several other options can ensure that your wishes are respected.
You may no longer need an Order of Heirship from a judge from probate court in Cook County to transfer a Deed into the names of the heirs. Read on to find out more…
Proper estate planning is key no matter what your income level is. Some of the world’s richest and most famous people enter the pearly gates with no estate plan in place, while others have made estate planning mistakes that tied their fortunes and heirs up for years in court. Take a look at three high-profile celebrity probate disasters and learn how you can be a celebrity to your family by securing your legacy the proper way.
After you create your Estate Plan, the best thing to do is to make updates once the plan has been created based upon key life events. To make sure your wishes are followed in the event of your death or incapacity, read on to learn about the 9 life decisions or events that should get you thinking about updating -- or creating -- your estate plan right away.
2019 is fast approaching! As we all prepare for the holidays and a new year, don’t forget to wrap up any loose strings with your estate planning, including starting one! Check out our top 5 tasks that should be on your estate planning checklist.
A will or trust contest can wreak havoc on families. The conflict can result in possibly irreparable resentment and loss of familial communication. Careful estate planning can help you substantially reduce the risk, or even avoid this problem entirely. Read on to find out ways to you can build your estate plan to keep the peace and minimize family conflicts after you’re gone.
Every day we make hundreds of decisions from what to eat for breakfast to where we go on vacation. But, what will happen if you can’t make decisions for yourself? Before that time comes, there is one important decision you need to make. Who do you want to serve as your guardian? Read on to learn about the type of person that should make decisions for you when you can’t make them for yourself.
You might believe that a will is only for the rich and famous, and not the average person who has a far smaller net worth. On the other hand, you may think that a will is entirely unnecessary since you have a trust, jointly owned property, or have named beneficiaries on your insurance. So, do you really need a will? The short answer to this question is “yes.” Read on to find out why.
If you are trying to figure out what all the estate planning terminology means, I’ve broken down the following terms to help you understand each and how they work together to give your family peace of mind and to ensure your life and healthcare wishes are carried out.
