Establishing a living trust is a suitable instrument to protect yourself in case of illness, mental incapacity, and avoiding the probate process at death. You’ll transfer property into the trust and name yourself as trustee, in order keep control of it. Once your living trust has been … [Read more...]
Higher Education Tax Provisions You Should Consider In Glenview, IL
Many people become concerned when it comes time to send a child to college. Students can fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) to apply for student aid, but it may not be enough. They may even be turned down for student aid. In either case, they may not be able to go to … [Read more...]
Setting up Healthcare Directives in Glenview, IL
No matter what age you are, there may come a time when you are unable to make your own decisions about your healthcare. This is particularly true when you are in an emergency situation, such as a car accident or other unexpected situation where you are at the mercy of another person’s … [Read more...]
Should I Have A “Living Trust” Instead Of A Will?
Estate planning is something many people just put off, and try not to think about until they have to. However, there's a lot at stake. When you’re gone, you won’t be able to say anything about how your estate and your assets are divided up, and it’s not unheard of for a will to be contested by a … [Read more...]