The Taxable Benefits of a CRAT or CRUT: How They Work and What Sets Them Apart
When it comes to advanced charitable giving and estate tax planning, few tools provide more flexibility and tax efficiency than a Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT).[…]
Will vs. Trust: Which One Is Right for You in St. Louis?
Planning for the future is one of the most important gifts you can give your loved ones. When it comes to estate planning in St.[…]
Life Estates in Illinois: Why They’re Often Not Your Best Move (and How Trusts Do Better)
If you own Illinois real estate and want to keep things simple, a life estate can look tempting: you keep the right to live there[…]
Missouri’s New Remote and Digital Estate Planning Legislation: What You Need to Know
In a significant move towards modernizing legal processes, Missouri has recently enacted new legislation that permits remote and digital estate planning. This groundbreaking law allows[…]
Stay informed and ensure your workplace is compliant with the Illinois New Employee Paid Vacation Workforce.
Illinois has recently taken a significant step toward expanding employee benefits by enacting the All Employee Paid Time Off Act. This new legislation is designed[…]
Starting a new business? It is important to check whether your name – even if you have a good domain name isn’t taken by someone else.
Starting a business is an incredibly exciting adventure filled with numerous important decisions, and one of the very first and most crucial choices you will[…]
Why “Self-Help” with a Tenant is a Bad Idea and Could Lead to Legal Trouble
When landlords face challenging situations with tenants—such as nonpayment of rent or violations of lease terms—it can be tempting to take matters into their own[…]
How to Create a Foundation in Illinois
How to Set Up a Foundation in Illinois: A Step-by-Step Guide Setting up a foundation in Illinois is a rewarding way to make a lasting[…]
More FinCEN Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Drama
After FinCEN set a deadline of March 21, 2025 to implement its Beneficial Owner Information reports deadline, it appears that they have extended this deadline[…]
What to Do and What Not to Do After a Car Accident
Being involved in a car accident can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. Whether it’s a minor fender-bender or a more serious collision, knowing how[…]
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