by Lauren Jackson | Sep 7, 2017 | buying a home, Real Estate, real estate closing, selling a home, Taxes
If you are buying or selling real estate in the state of Illinois, one of the biggest line item dollar amounts will be the real estate tax proration (credit) given by the seller of the property to the buyer. In Illinois, all real estate taxes are paid one year in...
by Lauren Jackson | Aug 8, 2017 | Attorney, buying a home, Lawyer, property disclosure, Real Estate, real estate closing, selling a home
When you are purchasing real estate, property disclosure statements are some of the most important documents that you will receive. Property disclosure statements outline any flaws that the current owners and their real estate agents are aware of that could negatively...
by Lauren Jackson | Jun 27, 2017 | Attorney, Lawyer, Lien Waiver, Mechanic Lien, Real Estate
A lien waiver is a real estate related legal document designed with the intention of rendering the claim of a mechanic lien claimant unenforceable. This is often done in order to allow the transfer of real estate, or as a means of proving a particular contractor or...
by Lauren Jackson | Jun 12, 2017 | Attorney, executor, Lawyer, Probate
Before hiring a probate attorney you should become familiar with the probate process. Below are five questions that I have been asked many times by past clients. As with any service, I do believe that an informed client is a happier client. How do you bill for your...
by Lauren Jackson | May 19, 2017 | buying a home, Kane County, Real Estate, real estate closing, selling a home, Taxes
When it comes to issues with local real estate, one of the hardest things for people to understand is the property tax billing process. In Illinois, our property tax bills are billed in arrears. For instance, if you owned property in the year 2016, you will be paying...
