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Estate Planning Checklist
A comprehensive checklist of documents and decisions needed for a complete Illinois estate plan.
Financial Power of Attorney in Illinois
Why you need a financial power of attorney and how to choose the right agent.
Gift Tax Rules and Strategies
Learn about federal gift tax rules and how to make tax-free gifts to reduce your estate.
Healthcare Power of Attorney
Ensure your medical wishes are honored by appointing a healthcare agent you trust.
HIPAA Authorization
Allow family members to access your medical information with a HIPAA authorization.
How to Avoid Probate in Illinois
Learn proven strategies to help your family avoid the time, cost, and hassle of probate court.
How to Fund Your Trust
Essential guide to properly transferring assets into your trust so it works when needed.
Illinois Estate Tax Overview
Understand Illinois estate tax, who it affects, and strategies to minimize it.
Illinois Probate Process Explained
Step-by-step guide to the Illinois probate process, including timelines, costs, and requirements.
Illinois Small Estate Affidavit
How to use a small estate affidavit to transfer assets without formal probate for estates under $100,000.
Intestate Succession in Illinois
What happens to your estate if you die without a will in Illinois? Understand how state law distributes your assets.
Irrevocable vs. Revocable Trusts
Compare irrevocable and revocable trusts to determine which type fits your estate planning goals.
Life Estate Deeds
Learn how life estate deeds work and their pros and cons for Illinois property owners.
Living Will in Illinois
Document your end-of-life care preferences with an Illinois living will.
Revocable Living Trust Basics
Understanding how revocable living trusts work, their benefits, and whether one is right for you.
Transfer-on-Death Instrument (TODI)
Use a TODI to transfer Illinois real estate directly to beneficiaries without probate.
Types of Property Ownership in Illinois
Understand how different forms of property ownership affect transfer at death.
What Is Estate Planning?
Learn the fundamentals of estate planning and why every adult needs a comprehensive plan to protect their assets and loved ones.
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