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...] about Higher Education Tax Provisions You Should Consider In Glenview, IL
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...] about Setting up Healthcare Directives in Glenview, IL
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...] about Should I Have A “Living Trust” Instead Of A Will?
Americans Grew More Generous In 2014
Giving the USA released its annual report on American philanthropy for 2014. Here are some of the highlights: 1. Total giving grew to $358.38 billion. It was up by about 7%. 2. Giving was up from all sources. Individual giving accounted for 72% of the total. 3. Bequests grew by 13.6%. It … [Read more...] about Americans Grew More Generous In 2014