by Lauren Jackson | Oct 13, 2019 | Quit claim deed, Real Estate
A deed for real estate is a legal document that transfers ownership of real estate from one owner to another. When buying and selling real estate, in the state of Illinois, there are several different types of deeds that are used. If you are selling or buying real...
by Lauren Jackson | Sep 2, 2019 | Real Estate, real estate closing, selling a home
For most people, the most expensive transaction you will ever make is the sale of your home. However, before you are able to sell your home, there is a process that must be followed. If using one, you will be working heavily with your real estate...
by Lauren Jackson | Aug 3, 2019 | Estate Planning, executor, Probate
If you have been named the executor of an estate, you probably have a lot of questions regarding what you will have to eventually do. By law, there are many tasks the executor must complete and they are all equally important. The information that follows can help...
by Lauren Jackson | Jul 20, 2019 | buying a home, Real Estate
If you are thinking of buying a home it is not required, but highly recommended, that you get a home inspection by a qualified home inspector. What is a home inspection and how should you use the report? A home inspection is exactly what it sounds like, a thorough...
by Lauren Jackson | Jul 4, 2019 | Estate Planning, Supplemental Needs Trust
If you are parents or grandparents to children who have special needs, you may have a lot of questions regarding what can and should be done to prepare for their continued care after your passing. The biggest question I answer for people is what needs to be done...
