Does the New Illinois Power of Attorney Law 2024 Help Your Family? In August 2024, Governor JB Pritzker signed a law which makes it much more likely that third-party institutions will accept the powers of attorney you have created with the help of your lawyer.
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How Do I Handle Estate Planning for Blended Families? Money matters can get complicated when two families unite. Planning is key.
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Estate planning can be difficult. Surprises in a will can complicate things further (Part 1) Handling the estate of a parent who has passed away can be very emotional for children, and this process can be even more emotionally tumultuous if their parent’s estate plan contains unexpected surprises. In cases where assets are not split evenly among children or there is an heir that comes forward that was not known […]
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A Maryland estate planner’s advice for your digital afterlife Although planning for your death is unpleasant, it’s important to take the time to do so for your loved ones and family that you will leave behind after you pass away. Things such as a will, power of attorney, and wishes for your funeral and burial are all important parts of this plan.  In addition […]
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National Estate Planning Awareness Week This week (October 21-27, 2024) is National Estate Planning Awareness Week. Congress passed a resolution in 2008 for this to occur during the third week of October each year as it is estimated that over 120 million Americans do not have up-to-date estate plans to protect themselves and loved ones if they become ill or […]
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