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The IRS’ Annual Warning: The 2023 Dirty Dozen
As another tax season closes, it’s a good time to review the list of “Dirty... [Read more...]
Estate Planning Lessons from the passing of Tina Turner
Few figures in the music industry have left as indelible a mark as the iconic... [Read more...]
Testamentary Trusts: What They Are and How They Work
A testamentary trust is a legal arrangement created through a last will and testament, designed... [Read more...]
Spring Summit 2023: Celebrating 30 Years of Indispensability in the Windy City
The best Estate Planners stay current on the latest trends. The American Academy of Estate... [Read more...]
Grandparents as Parents: Planning is Critical
Grandparents play a unique and important role in their grandchildren's lives. However, some grandparents find... [Read more...]
An Irrevocable Trust Need Not Be Scary
The most common type of irrevocable trust is the Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT). This... [Read more...]
Don’t Procrastinate: Five Reasons To Plan Your Estate Now
There are numerous reasons why we tend to procrastinate and avoid doing what we should, but when... [Read more...]
Estate Planning for Parents With Children in College
As a parent, you want to ensure that your children are always taken care of,... [Read more...]
A Health Care Directive Makes a Difference
Illness is an experience we have all faced, whether it is a common flu or... [Read more...]
Too Much of a Good Thing – Enter the Family Incentive Trust
While we may have different ideas about what we want to happen after our death,... [Read more...]
Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples: Legal Considerations
Estate planning is crucial for everyone, regardless of marital status. However, unmarried couples face unique... [Read more...]