Wills and Estate Planning for Surviving Spouses: Avoiding the 50% Surprise
Preparing a will allows you to decide where your money will go when you die, it's also an essential step in protecting your loved ones.
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Eric Parker
- Feb 22, 2022
- 3 min
What does Probate Administration Cost in Illinois
This article discusses various probate administration costs in Illinois.
Stotis & Baird
- Feb 22, 2022
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QUÉ MEDIDAS LEGALES DEBO TOMAR CUANDO UN MIEMBRO DE LA FAMILIA MUERE
La muerte de un miembro de la familia es una de las cosas más difíciles de atravesar.
Eric Parker
- Feb 22, 2022
- 3 min
5 Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid
This article suggests 5 different estate planning mistakes to avoid with an estate plan.
Stotis & Baird
- Feb 22, 2022
- 4 min
Avoiding Hard Feelings in Your Estate Plan
This article offers suggestions on how to avoid hard feelings in your estate plan.
Eric Parker
- Feb 22, 2022
- 6 min
Estates in Jeopardy
This article explains how to make sure your estate is not in jeopardy and briefly explains the 50% surprise.
Stotis & Baird
- Feb 22, 2022
- 2 min
Five Things You Should Know about Living Wills
This article suggests that there are five things you should know about living wills, including power of attorney for health care.
Eric Parker
- Feb 22, 2022
- 4 min
Probate in Illinois – What to do When a Family Member Dies
This article answers basic probate questions when a family member dies in Illinois, including paying for the funeral and retitling the house
Eric Parker
- Feb 21, 2022
- 3 min
What to Do When a Family Member Dies Without a Will in Illinois
Do you need to go to probate court? Find out with this article containing suggestions on what to do when a family member dies without a will
Eric Parker
- Feb 21, 2022
- 3 min
The Pros and Cons of Reverse Mortgages
Reverse mortgages have been growing in popularity. They can be an excellent tool allowing seniors to stay in their homes.
Stotis & Baird
- Feb 21, 2022
- 3 min
Do I Need a Will or Living Trust?
Do I need a Will or Living Trust? This is one of the most common questions by our clients in Evanston, Illinois and the Chicago area.
Eric Parker
- Feb 18, 2022
- 4 min
7 Legal Steps to Take When a Loved One is in Hospice
This article offers seven legal steps to take when a loved one enters hospice care.
Eric Parker
- Feb 18, 2022
- 3 min
Does My Parent Need a Guardian?
This article discusses considerations for guardianship in Illinois. While it is a necessary process for some - avoid it if possible.
Eric Parker
- Feb 18, 2022
- 4 min
7 Things You Can Do to Protect Your Aging Parents
This article offers 7 pieces of advice to those looking to protect their aging parents, including preparing wills or trusts.
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