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Info About Wills, Trusts, and More…
Hello and welcome! I am Eileen Kerlin Walsh, and I will bring you valuable and topical information on Estate Planning. Estate Planning is the legal process of protecting your assets and your loved ones in the event of disability or death.
Why do you need an estate plan? If you don’t have a valid Will or Trust, Illinois law determines how your assets pass, to whom and when. Having no estate plan can lead to unnecessary taxes, creditors, probate court and other undesirable results. This is the most costly way to pass assets to your loved ones. You can do much better and my column will show you how!
Estate Planning Lessons We Learned from U.S. Presidents
February marks a month in which we celebrate U.S. presidents. Let’s examine a few of the important lessons we can learn from the estate planning of some of our country’s most famous political leaders. George Washington Washington was arguably the most...
The Property Sisters: New Year, New You Part I
Part I of II As we’re ending February and well into the new year…how are you doing? Maybe you haven’t fully committed to your New Year’s Resolutions? Not to worry, you have 10 glorious months left! Our recommendations will breathe fresh air into your home, your...
2021 Year in Review from Kerlin Walsh Law
What a year 2021 was! It was challenging as we re-entered work, school, holidays and events. Through all the difficulties, we continued to keep calm and carry on at Kerlin Walsh Law, as we have done for 20+ years. We launched several new initiatives in...
Advisors: When a Client Wants to Make You Beneficiary…
Imagine the following scenario: As a professional advisor, you have worked with a married couple for decades. They have been ideal clients, have taken a genuine interest in you and your family, and have told you on multiple occasions how much they appreciate your...
We know you love your Advisors, but…
Imagine the following scenario: For years, you have worked with a valued professional advisor who has become a close friend, maybe even closer than some of your family members. You know his or her family, attend church together, and know him or her to be a...
The Property Sisters: A Holiday Treat and Some Wisdom for the Snowbirds
As winter arrives, many of you will travel south to escape the cold. Below are some pointers to consider before you lock the door behind you. 1) Your destination state Research COVID-19 conditions and restrictions in the state you travel to. 2) Which...
What to Do If You Are in a Fender Bender and How It Might Affect Your Estate Planning
In the chilling words of George R. R. Martin’s fictional Game of Thrones characters, “Winter is coming.” Along with this change of seasons comes a change in driving conditions in much of North America—slippery roads, rain, snow, less sunlight during the...
Advisors: Do You Know the Real Impact of a Collision for Your Clients?
How A Fender Bender Might Impact Your Client's Finances and Estate Planning In the chilling words of George R. R. Martin’s fictional Game of Thrones characters, “Winter is coming.” Along with this change of seasons comes a change in driving conditions...
The Property Sisters: Share Your Story with a Priceless Gift, Just in Time for the Holidays
Your life story is priceless. So why not tell it through a Legacy Letter, a collection of stories that made you who you are and taught you what you believe. ShareMyLegacy.com is a program created by Eileen to help you easily write your Legacy Letter. It...
Advisors: Don’t Let Your Clients Fall Victim to These Common Myths
There are common estate planning myths that, left unaddressed, can create serious trouble for families and individuals, often leading to family conflict, permanently damaged relationships, and lengthy and expensive court battles. These are all avoidable! ...