Life is unpredictable. Despite Illinois residents' best intentions, it may not be possible to fulfill every obligation or promise entered into. When this involves real estate transactions, some potential buyers may wonder whether they can even get out of the deal. The...
Month: October 2018
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Month: October 2018
More money equals a greater chance of divorce
As the economy improves and people begin earning and increasing their wealth again, some Illinois couples could find themselves arguing about money more often. Money has always been a source of tension for married couples, but the more money there is, the more...
It’s misleading to call a will ‘simple’
During the good times in their lives, estate-planning documents probably do not mean much to Illinois residents. In fact, they may not even give them a second thought. However, when they pass away, a few sheets of paper can make a tremendous difference in what happens...
How to detect parental alienation in child custody
Many divorcing couples may share some animosity toward one another. However, that dislike can gradually turn into utter hatred, and in some cases, one parent actively uses a child they share as a weapon. Psychologists refer to this as parental alienation. Even if...
Homeowners can take steps to prevent mechanic’s liens
Everyone wants to get paid for the work they do. This includes subcontractors who usually rely on general contractors to make sure they receive payment. Similarly, owners rely on general contractors to make sure everyone gets paid. The problem that some Illinois...
Using estate planning to take care of a spouse after death
The average age of the population of this country continues to rise. Even as the number of so-called "gray divorces" continues to rise, many couples here in Illinois and elsewhere remain together well into their golden years. Sadly, not enough of them engage in the...
