Recent headlines have covered the death of rock star and musician Ric Ocasek, who excluded his wife of nearly 30...

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As the temperatures drop in Illinois and the snow begins to accumulate, many people start thinking about retiring to a...

Even in situations where a deceased person leaves a clear and uncontested will, probate can be a complex process involving...

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A credit shelter trust is a legal way to minimize Illinois estate taxes. The money in the trust is held...

A Small Estate Affidavit is a legal document filed with the probate court to establish ownership of property when the...

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Illinois law treats legally adopted children the same as biological children. You are not required to leave your assets to...

A new study on retirement conducted by financial advisors Edward Jones says 2/3 of Americans said the pandemic brought them...