Deed to Bypass Trust

It seems as though your parents have an arrangement that is called a 4 pot trust, which is used to minimize estate taxes. This is a fairly complex...

What do I need to fill out on a Register statement?, This for probate papers

Before getting to the issue of paperwork, there are a couple of things to consider regarding the real estate. The first is the manner in which the...

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How can i find out if my aunt has life insurance

Just to add a point, if you cannot find anything in the short term, you could check the unclaimed property registry after 6 or so months. ...

Land contract

You most certainly may seek out a land contract transaction without a real estate agent, but I would warn against not using an attorney. You will...

Ex-wife and I own property together and she died. Do I owns this property now?

I would be interested to know more about how you own the property and how/if it was addressed in your divorce decree. If you have a survivorship...

My son accepted and signed the addendum from the seller on Tuesday. now they say they have a new offer. Is this legal?

It certainly seems as though your son has entered into a contract, the basic elements exist and no modification clause. Legally speaking, if the...

What's the legal progression for estate royalties if initial sibling recipient dies without designating next entitlement order?

I am assuming the sibling survived grandma. I would look closely at grandma's will to determine if any contingencies (exercising a power of...

How to appeal real estate assessment in DuPage county?

DuPage County has a website explaining the appeals process before the Board of Review, which is set to expire 30 days after your assessment:...

Can I remove a lien from a home placed by a hospital for which my father worked at? My father is now deceased.

I would need to know more about the nature of the lien, how long it has been attached to the home and the current ownership status. Feel free to...

I live in a condo. The person below has complained of noise from my unit. She has a lawyer and a hearing is scheduled.

You absolutely need to consult an attorney and talk specifics. What you do not want to happen is to ignore the proceeding, allowing your neighbor...