Pop music stars in Illinois and throughout the world went into mourning when headlines announced the deaths of Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson and Prince. Following each performer's passing, all of which were unexpected and untimely, stories began to surface...
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What are the top reasons to avoid probate?
When creating an estate plan, you can't focus solely on the here and now. You need to think about the future, such as what will happen to your assets upon your passing.This leads to an important question: What steps can you take to ensure that your loved ones do not...
Duties of estate planning and administration can be split
When choosing an executor to help administer an estate, an Illinois estate owner does not have to designate a sole individual. In fact, certain duties can be split between several people, if needed. The estate planning and administration process is able to be...
Can probate litigation be avoided?
A high priority for many Louisiana estate owners is helping loved ones avoid long, drawn out court proceedings down the line. Probate litigation may be avoided if certain issues are kept in mind and estate owners know where to turn for support, if needed. Not...
Should you make the beneficiary of your IRA a living trust?
It's important to pay attention to the beneficiary designations on all of your financial accounts. Failure to fill out such a designation properly -- or to update it after a change in circumstances -- could create a serious problem for your entire estate plan.One...
Late rap star’s son and widow engaged in fight over final will
Illinois rap fans of the 1980s may remember Eazy-E and his record label, Ruthless Records. As sometimes happens following deaths of loved ones, two of his family members are currently facing off in a dispute over his will. His son has stated that he believes his...


