Probate

When you receive a seller disclosure in Illinois for a probate property, you’ll notice something immediately; it’s mostly blank. Every question about the property’s history, condition, and systems are unanswered and crossed out. And if this is your first probate real estate purchase, you’ll probably wonder what’s going on. Let me tell you exactly why […]

What is a Power of Attorney? A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that gives someone the authority to act on your behalf. This person is known as your agent or attorney-in-fact. There are different types of POAs, each with its own set of specific powers. It’s important to choose the right type

When it comes to inheritance, there can often be a lot of tension and conflict within families.  It can be hard to agree about who gets what, and emotions can run high.   Unfortunately, this can often lead to bad blood within the family and a breakdown of relationships. If you’re facing a family dispute over

When someone dies, their estate goes through a process called probate. This is a legal process that determines who gets the decedent’s property and assets. Unfortunately, many people make costly mistakes during probate. In this post, we’ll discuss the seven biggest mistakes people make in probate and how to avoid them. Mistake #1 – Failing to

When you inherit a house, it can be a blessing or a curse. On the one hand, you may have received a valuable asset that can provide financial security for you and your family. On the other hand, the house may come with a lot of baggage – memories of loved ones who have passed

Selling your mom’s house during probate can be a confusing and overwhelming process. It is important to understand the process and steps required to ensure that the sale of her home goes as smoothly as possible. This blog post will provide an overview of the probate process, discuss how you should approach selling your mom’s house, and

We have all seen the commercials for reverse mortgages, celebrity spokesmen touting how a reverse mortgage is a great way to help you live a better retirement. These commercials are geared toward older homeowners, and they share all the benefits of a reverse mortgage. How you make no monthly mortgage payments, it’s tax-free cash, government

There are many reasons regarding the absence of a Will when someone passes. Most likely is that they never got around to it, or simply did not think it was necessary.  Statistics show that 6 out of 10 people in America die without a will. Despite the reason, it is still necessary to manage the

The last thing anyone wants to worry about after losing a loved one is arguing with their siblings, or other family members about their inheritance. While very few expect it, this is actually a common occurrence during the probate process and typically results from a disagreement over the division of assets. Knowing how to navigate

The loss of a loved one is both an emotional and difficult time. While the grieving process is stressful enough, there are often a series of tasks that must be planned and addressed to ensure you will navigate the probate process without any issues.  Planning and organizing an estate sale is one of those tasks